
Syscoin is the only blockchain that combines a Bitcoin-merge-mined UTXO chain with a fully EVM-compatible smart contract layer (NEVM) in a single network. The UTXO chain handles efficient value transfers, data availability (via Proof of Data Availability, or PoDA), and provides Bitcoin-grade security through merge-mining with Bitcoin’s SHA-256 hashpower. The NEVM chain enables Solidity smart contracts, DeFi, and NFTs with full Ethereum tooling compatibility. Assets can be trustlessly bridged between the two chains without custodians. On top of this, Rollux — an Optimism-based Layer-2 rollup — provides fast, low-cost smart contract execution anchored to Syscoin’s PoDA and Bitcoin’s security.
Running a Syscoin Sentry Node (the current term for masternodes) requires locking exactly 100,000 SYS as collateral. Sentry Nodes provide finality through multi-quorum ChainLocks, protect against 51% attacks, and participate in decentralized governance. Operators need a VPS with at least 2 CPU cores (4 preferred), 4 GB RAM minimum, and a static IP. Rewards are paid in SYS per block, with a seniority system that increases payouts by 35% after ~1 year and 100% after ~2.5 years, incentivizing long-term commitment. With approximately 2,500 active Sentry Nodes, payouts occur roughly every three days.
Syscoin’s market cap is calculated by multiplying the current SYS price by the circulating supply. Market cap data updates in real time on this page. SYS has no fixed maximum supply — the emission schedule includes declining governance funding (5% deflation per round) and NEVM fees follow an EIP-1559 burn model. Check the live chart for the latest market cap, volume, and supply figures.
Pegasys is the leading decentralized exchange on Rollux, providing token swaps and liquidity pools. SuperDapp is a social and messaging platform integrating AI agents and group investment features, with its backend recently open-sourced. Luxy is an NFT marketplace operating on Syscoin’s ecosystem. Additional ecosystem activity includes Peru’s National Electoral Authority (ONPE) using Syscoin for digital voting integrity proofs in the 2026 general elections, Ledger Architects training developers across eight African countries, and the upcoming Prime BTCFi platform building on zkSYS infrastructure.
Pali Wallet is Syscoin’s flagship multi-chain wallet, supporting UTXO, NEVM, and Rollux networks with Ledger hardware wallet integration. A major v4 refactor is underway with improved UX, security, and full support for both UTXO and EVM networks. For NEVM and Rollux, any EVM-compatible wallet like MetaMask can be configured by adding the appropriate network details. For UTXO transactions, Syscoin Core QT provides full-node wallet functionality. Ledger devices support Syscoin’s UTXO chain for cold storage of Sentry Node collateral and general holdings.