Secret Network is the first cryptocurrency to offer data privacy by default. This allows you to create and use applications that are both privacy-preserving and permissionless. This unique functionality protects users, secures applications, and unlocks hundreds of never-before-possible use cases for Web3. Secret Network is open to all types of people, including developers, artists, entrepreneurs, and dreamers. The Secret Network ecosystem is made up of many contributors, collaborators and backers. Blockchain technology has the potential to create an inclusive and more empowered internet. This is commonly known as Web3. However, current blockchains are open by default. This exposes all data to everyone and puts users at risk. We call this programmable privacy. It allows users and organizations to control how their data is used and shared in order to make meaningful use cases possible and encourage global adoption.