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Chainlink Automation

Chainlink Automation executes smart contract functions through decentralized oracle networks monitoring onchain conditions and time-based triggers. The system automates transaction execution without centralized infrastructure, uses the same node operators securing Chainlink data feeds, and enables developers to offload operational maintenance for protocol automation workflows.
Category: Developer Tooling

Chainlink Foundation


Chainlink Foundation is the foundation identified by Chainlink’s first-party legal materials as operating the Chainlink website and services. The Chainlink platform provides decentralized oracle and interoperability infrastructure connecting smart contracts with reliable off-chain data, computation, and cross-chain capabilities for DeFi, tokenized assets, and onchain finance. Chainlink Labs is separately identified as a development entity, while SmartContract ChainLink Ltd. SEZC is a related legal entity used for certain communications and intellectual-property ownership.

Funding Rounds

Funding Round: ICO
Funding Date: 20 Sep, 2017
Raised Amount: $32M