Why Do Tokens Matter?

Tokens can bringinvestment value beyond speculative returns.

Tokens are different from coins: While a coin possesses its own blockchain, i.e., its own distributed database and its own network, a token resides on an existing blockchain, e.g., supporting smart contracts. This can make it is easier to create tokens.

Tokens can have a broader functionality than coins, especially as a means of payment: Tokens aspire to provide faster, more convenient, and less expensive transactions between businesses and customers. For example, OmiseGo seeks to challenge traditional payment networks by building less costly and more secure payment systems.