# Osmosis > The premier decentralized crypto exchange Osmosis helps users trade digital assets across different blockchains using customizable liquidity pools and automated market makers. Osmosis is a Layer 1 blockchain and decentralized exchange built for cross-chain asset trading within the Cosmos ecosystem. Through Inter-Blockchain Communication protocol integration, users can trade assets across multiple blockchain networks while accessing features like Superfluid Staking and concentrated liquidity pools. As an application-specific blockchain, Osmosis controls its full stack architecture to capture MEV on-chain through its Protocol Revenue module, distributing yield to OSMO stakers. - Type: Network - Sector: Blockchain Platforms - Status: Active - Founded: 2021-06-01 - Profile: https://thegrid.id/profiles/osmosis ## Products - [Osmosis Chain](https://thegrid.id/profiles/osmosis): Osmosis Chain is a proof-of-stake Layer 1 blockchain built on Cosmos SDK as an application-specific blockchain for decentralized exchange operations. The chain uses Tendermint consensus and Inter-Blockchain Communication protocol for cross-chain asset transfers across multiple blockchain ecosystems. The system supports Superfluid Staking for combined liquidity provision and network security, captures MEV on-chain through its Protocol Revenue module, and offers smart accounts with multi-token gas payment options. (L1, Live, Main Product) - [Osmosis DEX](https://thegrid.id/profiles/osmosis): Osmosis DEX is an automated market maker protocol on Osmosis Chain, offering weighted pools and concentrated liquidity pools for capital-efficient trading. The exchange supports customizable pool parameters including swap fees, exit fees, and bonding curves, allowing liquidity providers to configure strategies for specific token pairs and market conditions. Users can swap assets cross-chain through IBC integration, provide liquidity to earn trading fees and rewards, and vote on protocol upgrades using OSMO tokens. (Decentralised Exchange, Live) ## Assets - [Osmosis (OSMO)](https://thegrid.id/profiles/osmosis): OSMO is the native token of Osmosis Chain, a Proof-of-Stake blockchain built on Cosmos SDK for decentralized exchange operations. It is used to pay transaction fees, secure the network through staking, and vote on protocol upgrades and governance proposals. 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