HIVE
Hive is a decentralized blockchain platform designed for social media, content creation, gaming, and decentralized applications. Launched in 2020 as a community-driven fork of the STEEM blockchain, Hive focuses on fast transactions, scalability, and decentralization.
Unlike many blockchain networks, Hive does not charge traditional transaction fees. Instead, it uses a resource credit system that allows users to interact with the network efficiently. Users can earn rewards in the native HIVE cryptocurrency by creating content, curating posts, participating in communities, and using Hive-based applications.
The ecosystem is powered by the HIVE token and the Hive Backed Dollar (HBD), a decentralized stablecoin. Hive uses Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS), allowing token holders to vote for witnesses who secure the network and help govern its future. Today, Hive supports a growing ecosystem of blogs, games, NFT projects, and decentralized applications, making it one of the most active community-driven blockchains.
| Founded | Launched in 2020 as a community-driven blockchain. |
|---|---|
| Consensus | Uses Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS). |
| Native Token | HIVE is used for rewards and governance. |
| Governance | Token holders vote for network witnesses. |
| Fees | Most transactions are fee-free. |
| Rewards | Users earn rewards for content and curation. |
| Stablecoin | HBD provides a blockchain-based stable asset. |
| Speed | Transactions are confirmed within seconds. |
| Ecosystem | Supports social apps, games, and NFTs. |
| Open Source | Maintained by a global open-source community. |
Communities tagged HIVE
Crypto Visionary Network
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A laid-back crypto community built around conversation, content, and shared rewards.
Overview
The Crypto Visionary Network (CVN) is a community for people interested in cryptocurrency - but at its core, it’s just as much about hanging out, chatting, and connecting with others. While crypto is a shared interest, discussions often go far beyond it, making CVN a relaxed and social environment rather than a purely technical space.
What Makes CVN Unique
CVN blends community interaction with crypto-powered experiences.
At the center of the ecosystem is cryptovision.live, a platform that functions like a modern, decentralized jukebox. Members can queue YouTube videos to be played for everyone watching by paying a small amount of crypto. That contribution is then distributed among viewers, creating a shared, reward-based experience around content.
BlockMap
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Discover. Share. Trust the Community.
Here you can find our support Discord server and official BlockMap social media accounts.
BlockMap is this very website, a community-driven directory focused on helping users discover and evaluate cryptocurrency communities across the internet.
We bring together communities from platforms like Discord, Reddit, Twitch, YouTube, and Telegram into one centralized hub. Instead of searching across multiple platforms, users can easily explore, compare, and find communities that match their interests.
Blog posts tagged HIVE
BlockMap
June 4, 2026
HIVE: A Community-Driven Blockchain for Social Media, Content Creation, and More
Blockchain technology is often associated with cryptocurrencies and financial applications, but some networks are designed to support much more than digital payments. Hive is one such blockchain. Built as a decentralized platform for content creators, online communities, gamers, and developers, Hive combines fast transactions, fee-free interactions, and community governance.
MaxHeadroom
March 26, 2026
How to get a free HIVE wallet
First you need to create an account for HIVE through a provider.We recommend InLeo but if you want you can choose a different provider here.On the InLeo signup page you can sign up with your X or Google account or use Keystore.Select your preferred method and choose a username (your HIVE username is also your wallet address). Then it'll take 60 seconds for your account to be created on the HIVE blockchain and aft…