Avalanche, created by Ava Labs and launched in 2020, is designed to deliver high-speed, low-cost transactions with quick confirmations using its innovative Avalanche consensus protocol. It aspires to be a global financial network for digital assets, offering a unique approach to scalability and customization. As one of the top five blockchains by total value locked, Avalanche is rapidly expanding its ecosystem, attracting a diverse range of applications and users.