The Graph

The Graph is a core piece of Web3 infrastructure that functions as an indexing and query layer for blockchain data, often described as "the Google of blockchains." Its mission is to enable developers to build decentralized applications (dApps) more easily by providing reliable and efficient access to on-chain data without relying on centralized servers. The protocol was founded by Yaniv Tal, Brandon Ramirez, and Jannis Pohlmann. The network is powered by its native utility token, GRT, which is used to coordinate work and secure the network. Participants in the ecosystem include Indexers who stake GRT to run nodes, Curators who signal which data sources (subgraphs) are valuable, and Delegators who stake GRT on behalf of Indexers to earn rewards. The project is stewarded by The Graph Foundation.