Cosmos Zones
Cosmos Zones are sovereign, application-specific blockchains built using the Cosmos SDK and connected via the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol. They operate as independent networks within the Cosmos ecosystem, allowing developers to create custom blockchains with tailored governance, tokenomics, and functionality. This enables high scalability and interoperability across different blockchain applications.
Developers should learn Cosmos Zones when building decentralized applications that require custom blockchain logic, high throughput, or sovereignty over network rules, such as DeFi platforms, gaming ecosystems, or enterprise solutions. It's particularly useful for projects needing interoperability with other Cosmos-based chains or seeking to avoid the limitations of smart contract platforms like Ethereum.