What Is Komodo?

About Komodo (KMD)

What is Komodo (KMD)? Komodo is a decentralized cryptocurrency with an open source code. It contains the best properties of such digital currencies as Bitcoin and ZCash. The special feature of Komodo is using Bitcoin blockchain for checking operations inside the network.

It was created as the safest currency which is focused on safety and anonymity and based on the unique protective algorithm. Thus, Komodo combines all the advantages of traditional cryptocurrencies.

Where did Komodo (KMD) come from?

Komodo came to the crypto market in November 2016. The team of creators preferred to be anonymous and decided to use usernames without any photos and other personal information. The main founder was a famous user inside of the crypto world and his nickname was jl777. Founders succeeded in integration of Zcash confidentiality and Bitcoin security protocol.

The mission of Komodo is to create a new standard of anonymity and protection of cryptocurrencies. The original method was applied during the creation of Komodo – delayed proof of work (dPow) – the mechanism of agreement. Thanks to this method, blocks of Komodo coin are notarized through Bitcoin blockchain and Equihash protocol is used as a base of tokens. Komodo system is a part of a big SuperNET project which is going to be a free vpn-app.

What are the advantages of Komodo (KMD)?

1. High level of security
   
   dPow – a special groundbreaking mechanism which ensures the integrity from hacker attacks.
2. Stability
   
   KMD doesn’t have as many fans as Bitcoin but those who are mining – make this coin stable.
3. Multifunctional
   
   You can work with these tokens on the PC and using a smartphone.
4. Positive outlook

What are the disadvantages of Komodo (KMD)?

1. High prices of mining devices
   
   There is always a necessity of investments in better mining equipment.
2. Volatility
   
   The token’s price could be extremely high during a short period of time and could return to the previous value as well.

How to buy Komodo (KMD) on SimpleSwap?

Let’s say you want to buy Komodo. What should you do? We suggest you go to the SimpleSwap homepage and follow the instructions below:

1. For example, you want to swap BTC for KMD. Select the currency you want to exchange (e.g. BTC) in the first drop-downlist. Then enter the amount you want to swap.
2. Select KMD in the second drop-down list. You’ll see the estimated amount that you’ll get after the exchange.
3. Click the Exchange button.
4. Enter the Recipient's Address. KMD will be sent. Be careful and make sure you use the correct address.
5. Create the exchange.
6. You will see the Bitcoin deposit address. You need to transfer the necessary amount of BTC to this address to start the BTC to KMD exchange.

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