TON, or The Open Network, is a blockchain platform focused on speed, scalability, and accessibility for users. This project began its journey in 2018 and has since evolved significantly, merging technology with practical applications.
History of TON
The idea of TON was proposed by Dr. Nikolai Durov in 2018 as part of the Telegram project, which raised $1.7 billion through its ICO. However, after regulators halted the release of the Gram token in May 2020, the project transitioned into community hands. The publication of a new whitepaper on July 26, 2021, marked the beginning of this new phase, where TON became an open project, developed by community efforts.
Recent Achievements of TON
Since the beginning of 2025, TON has achieved several significant milestones:
* On January 27, 2025, the TON Foundation unveiled its roadmap for the first half of 2025 focused on increasing transaction speed. * On February 3, 2025, Telegram added peer-to-peer TON buying options directly in its wallet, simplifying access to TON users. * On February 20, 2025, results from the Accelerator testnet showcased performance improvements, confirming the efficacy of TON's technical design.
User-Centered Approach of TON
TON employs a user-centered approach with usability at the core of its solutions. Key features include:
* **TON Payments**: Simplifies small transactions (micropayments). * **TON DNS**: Replaces complex blockchain addresses with easy-to-remember names. * **TON Storage**: Provides decentralized file storage similar to widely-known torrent systems.
These features make cryptocurrency usage more intuitive and accessible for users.
TON demonstrates how blockchain can be made accessible to the masses through modern interfaces and practical applications. In terms of technology and usability, TON lays the groundwork for mainstream blockchain adoption.
