Calaxy is a decentralized social marketplace designed to empower creators by giving them direct ownership of their communities and monetization tools. It was cofounded by Spencer Dinwiddie, an active NBA player currently with the Dallas Mavericks, and CEO Solo Ceesay.
The Calaxy platform operates on the Hedera blockchain network with additional support for the Solana blockchain. It enables creators to build personalized mini-applications for users called "Worlds" and has been used by scores of celebrities including NFL superstar Ezekiel Elliot, WWE superstar Mickie James, and pop singer Teyana Taylor.
The customizable Worlds serve as social hubs enabling direct fan engagement through features including social feeds, exclusive content, video calls, and NFT sales. Creators can set their own prices for experiences and subscriptions, eliminating the need for intermediaries.
Calaxy integrates a user-friendly wallet supporting fiat currency, cryptocurrencies, and NFTs, Its native token, $CLXY, serves as a gas and governance token for its underlying "Creator's Galaxy" protocol which allows fans to purchase creator-specific tokens that are redeemable for bespoke interactions and unique content.
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