XPR Network (XPR): how it works, supply and reviews
In short
- Type
- Layer-1 proof-of-stake blockchain with WebAssembly smart contracts
- Inflation
- New XPR is issued as system inflation; part of it pays block producers daily (1% of annual inflation is designated for BPs)
- Risks and caveats
- Block production is limited to 21 active producers admitted by the XPR Network Consortium, which paused new producer onboarding during the PulseVM upgrade.
- Checked
- 28 October 2026
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Key facts
- Ticker
- XPR
Key facts checked on 28 October 2026 against official sources.
What is XPR Network
XPR Network is a layer-1 proof-of-stake blockchain built on Antelope (EOSIO) technology, offering zero gas fees for users, human-readable @usernames and on-chain identity. XPR is its native token, used for staking, voting for block producers and paying network resources.
Network and consensus
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Layer-1 proof-of-stake blockchain with WebAssembly smart contracts |
| Consensus | Delegated proof of stake: 21 active block producers, elected by staked XPR votes |
| Block time | 0.5 seconds; most transactions final in under one second |
| Smart contracts | Yes; written in TypeScript and compiled to WebAssembly |
| Programming language | TypeScript (contracts), on Antelope/EOSIO technology |
Supply and issuance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Inflation | New XPR is issued as system inflation; part of it pays block producers daily (1% of annual inflation is designated for BPs) |
| Staking rewards | Short staking (24-hour unstake cooldown) earns rewards and requires voting for 4 block producers; long staking locks XPR for 90 or 365 days |
What XPR is used for
- Staking to earn rewards and vote for block producers.
- Buying RAM or renting CPU/NET for heavy use beyond the free resource allocation.
- Paying block producers, who receive XPR from network inflation.
- Long staking for 90 or 365 days with compensation tied to XPR's value in bitcoin.
Who develops and governs XPR Network
- Developer
- Metallicus, Inc., described as XPR Network's core developer
- Company
- Metallicus, Inc. publishes xprnetwork.org
- Governance
- XPR stakers vote for block producers; the XPR Network Consortium admits block producers after KYC/KYB and competency checks
- Open source
- Developer tools and examples are published on GitHub
Security and audits
- The WebAuth wallet approves transactions with biometric authentication.
- Block producers must pass KYC (and KYB for businesses), sanctions screening and a competency assessment before joining.
Risks and caveats
- Block production is limited to 21 active producers admitted by the XPR Network Consortium, which paused new producer onboarding during the PulseVM upgrade.
- Metallicus, Inc. is the core developer, so development depends heavily on one company.
- Long-staked XPR is locked for 90 or 365 days and cannot be withdrawn early.
Official links
- Website: xprnetwork.org
- Docs: docs.xprnetwork.org
- Whitepaper: xprnetwork.org/whitepaper
- Source code: github.com/XPRNetwork
- Block explorer: explorer.xprnetwork.org
Questions and answers
What is XPR Network (XPR)?
XPR Network is a gas-free layer-1 proof-of-stake blockchain built on Antelope technology, with @usernames and on-chain identity. XPR is its native token.
Who develops XPR Network?
Metallicus, Inc. is the core developer. Block producers are admitted by the XPR Network Consortium.
How does XPR Network reach consensus?
Through delegated proof of stake: XPR stakers vote for block producers, and 21 active producers create blocks every 0.5 seconds.
Are there transaction fees on XPR Network?
Users pay no gas fees; block producers are paid from XPR inflation, and heavy users can buy RAM or rent CPU/NET.
Sources
- CoinGecko — XPR Network
- CoinPaprika — XPR Network
- XPR Network Docs — Introduction
- XPR Network — home page
- XPR Network Blog — How XPR Network achieves zero gas fees
- XPR Network Blog — Staking guide
- XPR Network Blog — How to become a block producer
- XPR Network Blog — XPR Network vs Ethereum
- XPR Network Blog — A pioneer in onchain digital identity
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