Polkadot (DOT), initiated by Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood, launched its mainnet in 2020. A central relay chain provides shared security and interoperability for many connected chains (parachains).
What Polkadot is and how it works
Polkadot (DOT), initiated by Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood, launched its mainnet in 2020. A central relay chain provides shared security and interoperability for many connected chains (parachains).
It uses nominated proof of stake: holders nominate validators, who produce blocks and validate parachain data. DOT is used for staking, governance and acquiring blockspace.
DOT supply and token economics
DOT has long used an inflationary issuance model, with parameters set and adjustable by on-chain governance; check the latest official parameters.
What usually moves the price
Parachain and developer activity, governance-driven issuance changes, staking yield and growth of the cross-chain ecosystem.
These are commonly discussed factors, not a forecast; no single factor guarantees direction.
Where to buy DOT
DOT spot pairs are usually listed on large exchanges such as Binance, OKX, Bybit, Bitget and Gate, but pairs and availability depend on your region and account—check the official listing. Compare fees at the same volume, then check spread and slippage.
Key DOT risks
The architecture is complex, demand suffers when ecosystem adoption lags, and staked DOT has an unbonding wait.
Only use money you can afford to lose entirely, and size positions and liquidation prices before using leverage.
How to read the indicators on this page
RSI14 above 70 is often read as overbought and below 30 as oversold; price above MA20 and MA50 is a bullish alignment; MACD shows momentum direction. All are probabilistic readings on 90 days of daily closes and can stay extreme during trends.
Frequently asked questions
What is Polkadot?
Polkadot (DOT), initiated by Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood, launched its mainnet in 2020. A central relay chain provides shared security and interoperability for many connected chains (parachains).
What is the DOT supply?
DOT has long used an inflationary issuance model, with parameters set and adjustable by on-chain governance; check the latest official parameters.
Where can I buy DOT?
Large exchanges usually offer DOT spot trading, subject to your region and account; compare fees and verify the official domain before signing up.
Research and education only; not investment advice.
