Qtum
ATH / ATL
24h Price
24h summary
Over the last 24 hours, Qtum moved from $0.868 to $0.875. The session high was $0.893, the low was $0.851, and the intraday range was $0.042 / 4.8%.
- 24h open
- $0.868
- 24h close
- $0.875
- 24h high
- $0.893
- 24h low
- $0.851
- Volatility / range
- $0.042 / 4.8%
- Updated
Monthly Returns heatmap
Heatmap summary
Qtum posted 42 positive months out of 103. The longest positive streak lasted 4 months, while the longest negative streak lasted 8 months.
- Strongest month
- Mar 2021 +93.5%
- Weakest month
- Nov 2018 -47.5%
- Longest positive streak
- 4 Jan 2021 — Apr 2021
- Longest negative streak
- 8 Sep 2025 — Apr 2026
- Luckiest calendar month
- Mar • avg 12.6% • 9 mo.
- Unluckiest calendar month
- Dec • avg -13.3% • 8 mo.
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About the coin
Qtum (QTUM) is a cryptocurrency that aims to combine the innovation of smart contracts with the advantages of Bitcoin's unspent transaction output (UTXO) model. This hybrid approach seeks to offer enhanced security and scalability for decentralized applications (dApps).
The project was founded by Patrick Dai, who previously worked at Alibaba and is a former Bitcoin core developer. The Qtum blockchain launched in September 2017 after a successful initial coin offering (ICO).
One of Qtum's core technological contributions is its Account Abstraction Layer (AAL). This layer allows smart contracts to run on top of the UTXO model, bridging the gap between existing blockchain architectures and the need for flexible smart contract functionality.
By utilizing the UTXO model, Qtum inherits a degree of security and simplicity that is familiar to many in the cryptocurrency space. This contrasts with the account-based models used by other major smart contract platforms.
Qtum's smart contract capabilities are powered by an advanced virtual machine, designed to support various programming languages. This aims to make it easier for developers to build and deploy decentralized applications.
The platform also incorporates a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus mechanism, specifically a variant known as 'Proof-of-Stake-at-Birth' (PoSB). This mechanism is designed to be energy-efficient compared to proof-of-work (PoW) systems.
The QTUM token serves multiple functions within the Qtum ecosystem. It is used for transaction fees, staking rewards, and as a means of governance.
Staking allows QTUM holders to participate in network security and earn rewards, contributing to the decentralized nature of the platform.
Qtum's development roadmap has focused on enhancing its core technology, improving developer tooling, and fostering adoption of its platform for various use cases.
The project has explored applications in areas such as supply chain management, the Internet of Things (IoT), and decentralized finance (DeFi).
The native chain for Qtum is simply referred to as 'Qtum'. It operates with 8 decimal places for its token representation.
The project's vision is to create a robust and adaptable blockchain infrastructure that can support a wide range of decentralized applications and services.
Qtum's hybrid approach is a key differentiator, attempting to leverage the strengths of both UTXO and account-based systems to create a more versatile blockchain.
The active status of the Qtum network indicates its ongoing development and operation within the blockchain landscape.
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