FTM (Fantom) is a next-generation, high-performance blockchain platform and cryptocurrency. The platform aims to address the issues of scalability and speed that have been challenging for previous blockchains, by using a unique consensus mechanism called "Opera" and a highly efficient virtual machine called the "Lachesis Protocol". FTM is designed to support fast and secure transactions, with the capability to process thousands of transactions per second. It is also designed to be highly scalable, allowing for the addition of new nodes to the network as demand increases. In addition to its use as a fast and secure platform for transactions, the FTM platform also provides a range of decentralized applications (dApps) and services, such as digital wallets, exchanges, and more. FTM tokens serve as the native currency of the FTM platform and are used as a medium of exchange for goods and services within the ecosystem. They can also be used as a store of value and a way to transfer wealth between users.