Stronghold (SHX)
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About SHX
Stronghold (SHx) is a utility and rewards token powering a compliant, multi-rail payments platform built on the Stellar blockchain. Founded in 2017 by fintech veterans with deep ties to the Stellar ecosystem, Stronghold enables fast, low-cost financial services for businesses and consumers alike. SHx runs natively on Stellar, leveraging the Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP) for green, near-instant finality, and is also bridged to Ethereum as an ERC-20 token for broader DeFi and developer access. From ACH APIs and card processing to branded payment links and DeFi-powered merchant lending, SHx functions as both a transactional unit and governance token within Stronghold’s ecosystem. With $100M in SHx committed to funding startups and rewarding users, the project aims to democratize access to secure, programmable payments across industries.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Stronghold
What is Stronghold (SHx)?
Stronghold (SHx) is a utility token used across the Stronghold payments ecosystem. Built on Stellar with an Ethereum bridge, SHx supports fast, low-cost financial services, rewards programs, governance, and merchant liquidity tools.
Which blockchain does SHx use?
SHx is a native asset on the Stellar network, benefiting from its energy-efficient Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP). It also exists as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, allowing cross-chain compatibility and DeFi integrations.
What makes Stronghold different from other payment platforms?
Stronghold offers modular, developer-friendly payment tools like ACH APIs, real-time payments, card processing, and no-code payment links. It combines blockchain speed and transparency with traditional finance compliance.
What is the role of SHx in the ecosystem?
SHx serves multiple functions: as a reward token in merchant/customer loyalty programs, as fuel for DeFi-based merchant financing, and as a governance token allowing holders to vote on platform features.
Can SHx be used outside of Stronghold’s platform?
Yes. SHx can be traded on multiple centralized and decentralized exchanges. It is also used in cross-chain applications and integrations with Stellar-based wallets and Ethereum DeFi tools.
Where can I buy or trade SHx?
SHx is available on CEXs like MEXC, Gate.io, Bittrex Global, and BitMart. DEX options include Uniswap on Ethereum and Stellar-native platforms like StellarTerm and Lumenswap.
Which wallets support SHx?
For Stellar, wallets like Freighter, Lobstr, StellarTerm, and Ledger are supported. For the Ethereum (ERC-20) version, MetaMask, Trust Wallet, and hardware wallets like Ledger and Trezor are compatible.
How can businesses use SHx?
Businesses can integrate SHx through Stronghold’s APIs for payments, reward systems, and merchant financing. Stronghold also provides no-code tools like payment links and branded checkouts for quick deployment.
What is Stronghold Capital?
Stronghold Capital is a $100 million initiative to support fintech and Web3 startups using SHx. It prioritizes projects in the Stronghold ecosystem and underrepresented founder communities.
How does governance work with SHx?
SHx token holders can vote on network improvements, features, and strategic initiatives, giving the community influence over the future direction of the platform.