Aergo is an open-source blockchain platform optimized for businesses, designed to combine the strength and innovation of public blockchain technology with the security and performance of private chains. Initially launched in 2018 by Blocko, a pioneering blockchain solutions provider, Aergo aims to empower companies with scalable, interoperable, and user-friendly blockchain solutions. The platform features a hybrid blockchain architecture, allowing companies to leverage both permissioned and permissionless networks. Aergo uses a delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism, enhancing transaction speeds, efficiency, and governance capabilities. With its advanced smart contract capabilities and developer-friendly infrastructure, Aergo is tailored to support a wide range of commercial applications, facilitating better data management, streamlined business processes, and enhanced security.