Chainlink protocol
Overview
Chainlink is a decentralized oracle network that allows smart contracts to securely access external data feeds, events, and payment systems. It supplies dependable, tamper-resistant inputs and outputs for sophisticated smart contracts across various blockchains. The protocol is operated by Chainlink Labs and relies on a network of independent node operators to retrieve and transmit off-chain information.
Within The Counterparty graph, Chainlink connects to 61 tracked entities, most strongly to Ethereum, JPMorgan, Chainlink Labs.
Relations
Top connections in The Counterparty knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 10 of 61 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
deployed_on | Ethereum | 95% |
partnered_with | JPMorgan | 95% |
governs | Chainlink Labs | 95% |
contributes_to | Chainlink Labs | 95% |
partnered_with | UBS | 95% |
launched | Chainlink CCIP | 95% |
partnered_with | SWIFT | 95% |
mentions | GMX Rolls Out 24/7 Gold and Silver Trading | 95% |
mentions | We Asked 3 AIs: Which 3 Cryptocurrencies Will Explode Next Bull Cycle? | 95% |
partnered_with | ImmuneFi | 95% |
The dated record
2 dated entries on file, most recent first.
- Apr 2026 Amazon Web Services Marketplace Adds Chainlink Crypto Oracle Services — In brief - Amazon Web Services has made Chainlink's data feeds, data streams, and proof-of-reserve solutions available on AWS Marketplace. - The integration maintains enterprise security and complianc... decrypt.co
- Apr 2026 GMX Rolls Out 24/7 Gold and Silver Trading — GMX Rolls Out 24/7 Gold and Silver Trading Decentralized perpetual exchange GMX has launched 24/7 gold and silver markets on Arbitrum, drawing more than $10 million in trading volume on the first day,... thedefiant.io
In the wire
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- 2026-07-21 Chainlink Rises 10.18% As Top 20 Crypto Performer This Week binance_intel
- 2026-07-21 United Stables adopts Chainlink infrastructure as U stablecoin tops $1B supply crypto.news
- 2026-07-21 United Stables Adopts Chainlink for U Stablecoin Data and Cross-Chain Infrastructure binance_intel
- 2026-07-20 Why Chainlink’s $32.6M whale move could shape LINK’s push toward $9 ambcrypto
Questions on the record
What is LINK used for?
LINK compensates node operators for data delivery and is posted as collateral. The token follows the ERC-677 standard and has a hard cap of 1 billion units.