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# CATENA SWAP

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The CATENA Protocol is a peer-to-peer system designed for exchanging cryptocurrencies (just like BTC20 Tokens on the Ethereum blockchain) on the BTC20 Smart Chain.&#x20;

The protocol is implemented as a set of persistent, non-upgradeable smart contracts; designed to prioritize censorship resistance, security, self-custody, and to function without any trusted intermediaries who may selectively restrict access. There are currently mainnet network of the Catena protocol is open.  which is viewable

[here](https://swap.bitcoincode.technology/)