> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.mapnode.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.mapnode.io/why-mapnodecore.md). # Why MapNodeCore? ### ETH Compatibility ETH Compatibility Industry dominance, established tech stack, tools, languages, standards, enterprise adoption ### Security Modular ''security as a service'', provided either by Ethereum or by a pool of professional validators ### **Scalability** Scalability Dedicated blockchains, scalable consensus algorithms, custom Wasm execution environments Compatible with major ERC standards. Secured by validators and checkpoints submitted to Ethereum. Minimal downtime over the course of 1.3B recorded transactions. A powerful and engaged community driving adoption and user engagement ### **High mining productivity** MapNodeCore PoS is a layer 2 scaling solution that achieves unprecedented transaction speed and cost savings by using side chains to process transactions. At the same time, POS ensures asset security by using a powerful Plasma bridge platform and a decentralized network of Proof-of-Stake (PoS) validators. ### **30+ Person Team** 30+ person team with deep resources and proven track record. MapNodeCore is run by a fully integrated team with a long term vision, and core team members have built successful blockchain projects and have experience at leading blue-chip consulting and finance institutions ### **Extensive partnerships** Extensive partnerships with market leading blockchain institutions ensuring broad scale and seamless experience. Within only a few weeks MapNodeCore has secured partnerships with Chainlink, Brave, Grape, Altura and five secondary marketplaces ### **Speed** Intuitive, efficient bridging, deposit and withdrawals. Transaction speeds of up to 65,000 tx/s means exponentially faster performance than Ethereum at 15 tx/s. Non-custodial architecture means users have control of their keys. Rely on the shared security of Ethereum with benefit of MapNodeCore ’s speed ### **Flexibility** Full EVM compatibility means deploying your smart contracts directly on the MapNodeCore chain. A composable blockchain means you’ve got a wide variety of apps to build on. Easy transfer to and from MapNodeCore and Ethereum. Easy-to-use wallet on web and mobile.