IO Global
Blockchain research and engineering company, creators of Cardano, building decentralized infrastructure and tools.
About
IO Global (formerly IOHK) is one of the world's leading blockchain research and engineering companies, best known for creating the Cardano blockchain platform. Founded in 2015, the organization focuses on rebuilding fundamental systems of human collaboration, economics, and value creation from first principles.
IOG's portfolio includes Cardano (research-backed layer 1 blockchain), Midnight (privacy-focused blockchain), Lace (light wallet), Blockfrost (Cardano API platform), Identus (decentralized identity), and Catalyst (community voting and funding). The company operates a dedicated R&D division and a Venture Studio supporting founders from ideation to spinout.
IOG is a fully decentralized, remote-first organization with team members across 50+ countries, committed to the highest principles of academic rigor and evidence-based software development.