# Aurora

Aurora, developed by NEAR Protocol creators, stands out as a prominent blockchain protocol. Governed by the decentralized AuroraDAO, it utilizes NEAR's unique technologies to align network incentives, offering scalability and dedicated support for app deployment.

## What makes Aurora unique?

Aurora allows Ethereum contract execution on NEAR which are fast, scalable, and carbon-neutral. As an EVM on NEAR Protocol, it offers Ethereum developers high-throughput and cost-effective solutions. The Aurora protocol supports various Ethereum tools, including MetaMask, Truffle, Remix, ensuring asset compatibility via a NEAR`s trustless bridge.

## Related

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