# Wanchain > Discover the power of cross-chain. Wanchain builds decentralized cross-chain infrastructure connecting blockchain networks through direct, non-custodial bridges for asset transfers and data communication. Wanchain helps developers build cross-chain applications by providing decentralized interoperability infrastructure connecting EVM and non-EVM networks. With it, you can transfer assets between blockchains, bridge NFTs across chains, and communicate arbitrary data without centralized intermediaries. Wanchain connects the world's siloed blockchain networks through industry-best uptime and cryptographic security. - Type: Project - Sector: Infrastructure - Status: Active - Founded: 2017-01-01 - Profile: https://thegrid.id/profiles/Wanchain ## Products - [WanBridge](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Wanchain): WanBridge enables cross-chain asset transfers between diverse blockchain networks through direct bridges connecting both EVM and non-EVM chains. The system supports transfers of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and NFTs across multiple networks while maintaining decentralized validation through distributed node operators. (Cross-chain Infrastructure, Live) - [Wanchain L1 Blockchain](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Wanchain): Wanchain L1 operates as an EVM-compatible Proof of Stake blockchain using Galaxy Consensus mechanism, providing the foundation for cross-chain infrastructure while supporting smart contracts and privacy features through ring signatures. (L1, Live, Main Product) - [XFlows](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Wanchain): XFlows enables native-to-native cross-chain transfers through liquidity pool bridging, facilitating asset transfers between multiple blockchains. The system combines lock-mint-burn-unlock mechanisms with automated pool rebalancing to maintain decentralized cross-chain asset transfers without requiring wrapped tokens. (Bridge, Live) - [XStake](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Wanchain): XStake provides staking infrastructure for Wanchain network participation through WAN token delegation to validator nodes and bridge operators. The platform enables users to delegate stake to both Galaxy Consensus PoS nodes and Universal Bridge nodes to earn staking rewards while supporting network security and cross-chain functionality. (Staking Service, Live) - [Wanscan](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Wanchain): Wanscan is the blockchain explorer for Wanchain network, providing real-time block and transaction data, validator information, and network statistics. The platform displays network metrics including epoch data, staking information, and cross-chain bridge activity across connected blockchain networks. (Block Explorer, Live) ## Assets - [Wanchain (WAN)](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Wanchain): WAN is the native token of the Wanchain L1 blockchain. It is used to pay transaction fees, stake in the Proof of Stake Galaxy Consensus system, and secure bridge nodes through collateralization. WAN holders who stake through the XStake platform can delegate to both validator nodes and bridge operators, earning rewards while contributing to both network security and cross-chain functionality. 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