>Gnosis Chain

// File: about/README # Introducing Gnosis Chain Gnosis Chain is a community-owned EVM-based network operated by a diverse set of validators around the world. It is one of Ethereum’s first sidechains focused on resilience and credible neutrality as its core values. Currently, there are over 200,000 validators who secure the network. Gnosis Chain uses DAO governance mechanism to ensure anyone can participate in the decision-making processes regarding the development and future of the network. Creating dApps and integrating with Gnosis Chain products is similar to any other EVM-based blockchain. You can find more details in the [protocol specification](/about/specs). # Fees Each transaction on the Gnosis Chain (sending tokens, interacting with smart contracts, etc.) is associated with the fee in xDai stablecoin. - It is one of the main differences from other EVM chains where users pay in a native token of that network. - This approach reduces the volatility risks and simplifies the development experience. Also, transaction fees are not split among pool participants of the validation process. They are received only by the validator who sealed the block. Note, this is subject to change. As the network grows, the fees may be redirected to support additional aspects of the protocol. --- // File: about/third-parties ### On-ramps - [Monerium](https://monerium.com/) - [Mt Pelerin](https://www.mtpelerin.com/) - [Ramp](https://ramp.network/) - [AscendEX](https://ascendex.com/en) --- // File: about/uRamp import ReactPlayer from 'react-player' ## What is uRamp ? uRamp offers seamless on and off ramp to users by allowing them to on ramp to ERC20 tokens across EVM chains by sending EUR to their Monerium IBAN. Similarly, it allows users to off ramp from ERC20 tokens from EVM chains to EUR in their bank account. The existing user experience in Web3 for on and off ramping between fiat and on chain assets is very clunky and requires users to go through