$DASH Network Structure: Chain, Miners & Masternodes.
🔗 DASH Blockchain (Chain)
DASH operates on its own independent Layer-1 blockchain.
It does not rely on Ethereum, Solana, or any other network.
• Consensus mechanism: Proof of Work (PoW)
• Mining algorithm: X11 (11 chained hash functions)
• Average block time: ~2.5 minutes
• Maximum supply: ~18.9 million DASH
⛏️ Layer 1 – Miners
Miners form the base security layer of the DASH network.
• Validate transactions
• Produce new blocks
• Secure the chain using PoW
• Earn block rewards for mining
🖥️ Layer 2 – Masternodes
Masternodes form the service and governance layer.
• Require 1,000 DASH as collateral
• Run full nodes with enhanced responsibilities
• Enable advanced network features
• Receive part of the block rewards
⚡ Masternode Network Functions
InstantSend
• Locks transaction inputs using masternode consensus
• Transactions become spend-secure within seconds
PrivateSend
• Optional coin-mixing coordinated by masternodes
• Improves transaction privacy
Governance & Voting
• Masternodes vote on proposals
• Control treasury spending and network upgrades
💰 Treasury & DAO System
DASH includes an on-chain treasury funded directly by the protocol.
Block reward distribution: • 45% → Miners
• 45% → Masternodes
• 10% → Treasury
Treasury funds are distributed monthly based on masternode votes.
🔒 Network Security & Finality
• PoW secures the base layer
• Masternode collateral increases attack cost
• ChainLocks (LLMQs) finalize blocks and prevent deep chain reorganizations
📌 Summary
• DASH is a self-funded, independent PoW blockchain
• Uses a two-tier network (miners + masternodes)
• Governance and security are built at protocol level.
