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Subsquid is a decentralized data indexing and querying network that provides blockchain data infrastructure for developers. The protocol enables efficient extraction, transformation, and serving of on-chain data through its Subsquid Network, a distributed query engine that allows developers to build high-performance APIs (called squids) for their dApps. Subsquid supports over 100 EVM and Substrate-based chains, making it a versatile data layer for multi-chain applications. The network competes with The Graph by offering faster synchronization, lower costs, and a more developer-friendly experience. Subsquid's architecture separates data extraction from processing, enabling parallel data retrieval and real-time indexing.

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Transaction Speed 4.3

Uptime Reliability 4.0

Gas Efficiency 3.8

Security Audits 3.5

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Subsquid is a decentralized data indexing and querying infrastructure designed to serve blockchain developers with efficient access to on-chain and off-chain data. Built around its proprietary Subsquid Network " a distributed data lake " the platform enables developers to extract, transform, and serve blockchain data at scale, positioning itself as a decentralized alternative to centralized indexing solutions like The Graph. The technology supports multi-chain indexing across EVM and Substrate-based chains, which broadens its utility across diverse ecosystems. As a developer tool, Subsquid excels with its SDK (Squid SDK), offering flexible and performant data pipelines that reduce infrastructure overhead for dApp builders. The SQD token on Ethereum serves governance and network incentive functions. Strengths include strong technical architecture, growing multi-chain support, and an active developer community. Concerns include competition from established indexers, the relatively niche nature of data infrastructure adoption, and token liquidity risks typical of mid-cap infrastructure projects. Regulatory clarity around data middleware tokens also remains uncertain. Overall, Subsquid fills a critical gap in Web3's data stack with a compelling decentralized approach.