Canton is an L1 blockchain that features unique smart contract technology, enabling participants to securely exchange data and value while maintaining privacy and compliance with institutional standards. It supports real-time synchronization of assets and data, creating a seamless environment for financial applications. As the first open blockchain network designed for regulated institutions, Canton ensures full privacy without limiting connectivity. It strikes a balance between decentralization and the control required in financial markets, allowing assets and information to move between applications in real time while preserving confidentiality and trust. Powered by its Global Synchronizer, Canton provides a decentralized interoperability backbone that removes the need for central intermediaries or connection compromises.