{"id":"horizon","title":"Horizon","content":"**Horizon Protocol** is a decentralized trading platform that provides users with access to global markets. It aims to offer advanced analytics and a secure environment for trading. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-kt6umtJzNK)\n\n## Overview\n\nHorizon is a synthetic asset trading platform that allows users to gain exposure to the price movements of various markets—such as equities, commodities, [cryptocurrencies](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency), and indices—without directly holding the underlying assets. Instead, users trade synthetic representations of these assets through contracts that track real-world prices. These prices are typically aggregated from multiple external market data sources to ensure accuracy.\n\nThe platform operates using [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract) or, depending on implementation, a centralized clearing mechanism. Users must provide collateral to open positions and maintain margin levels to avoid [liquidation](https://iq.wiki/wiki/liquidation). This structure eliminates the need for asset custody, enabling more flexible participation.\n\nHorizon is built with a focus on performance, efficiency, and scalability. It aims to reduce [trading fees](https://iq.wiki/wiki/trading-fee), support active trading, and provide tools like advanced analytics and AI-driven insights to enhance user decision-making. The protocol’s development roadmap includes phases for establishing its core infrastructure, expanding trading options, enabling cross-chain functionality, and incorporating AI-based features. The system is designed to support a broad user base while maintaining security and transparency. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-kt6umtJzNK) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-UxulUp4yWh)\n\n## Features\n\n### Funding Model\n\nThe platform is backed by an investor-funded treasury specifically allocated for Horizon’s development and growth. This treasury is not tied to new token sales or short-term fundraising. Profits from trader [liquidations](https://iq.wiki/wiki/liquidation) are added to the treasury, while winner payouts are drawn from it. A separate fee pool, funded by trading activity, covers platform maintenance and operations. Treasury funds, user deposits, and platform fees are kept entirely separate to avoid any conflicts or misuse. [\\[4\\]](#cite-id-wf2ps7Wzf4)\n\n### Payouts\n\nTrader winnings are paid directly from the treasury. Although payouts are not processed automatically on-chain, a dashboard will show real-time data on owed amounts and treasury balances. The treasury's on-chain wallet is fully visible to ensure transparency. [\\[5\\]](#cite-id-0JeMcCATa9)\n\n### Liquidations\n\nLiquidated positions are considered a revenue stream for the platform, based on the assumption that a majority of traders lose over time. However, features such as isolated margin trading and built-in volatility safeguards are included to minimize unintentional liquidations. The system is designed to reduce liquidation risk except during highly volatile market events. [\\[6\\]](#cite-id-6iytiwAUIv)\n\n## HRZ\n\nThe Horizon token ($HRZ) is designed with a balanced supply model focused on growth, utility, and long-term value. It has a total supply of 10M tokens and has the following distribution: [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-BVDF512zFM) [\\[7\\]](#cite-id-jae12FT250)\n\n* 60% allocated for Marketing and strategic growth initiatives.\n* 40% allocated for Development and platform innovation.\n\n## Partnerships\n\n* [Messier](https://iq.wiki/wiki/messier)","summary":"Horizon Protocol is a next-generation DeFi trading platform offering access to global markets. 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