AstraKode

AstraKode Tech S.r.l. is a technology company, founded in June 2021 by Fabiano Izzo (CEO), Lucio Menna, and Damiano D'Amici, that aims to lower the barriers to enterprise blockchain adoption. The founders, who had previously worked together at another startup, recognized the potential of blockchain but also saw its implementation hindered by complexity and a high technical barrier to entry. This insight led them to create AstraKode, focusing on simplifying the technology to make it accessible for enhancing traceability, transparency, and accountability in business processes.

The company operates in the Blockchain-as-a-Service market, providing a low-code platform called AstraKode Blockchain (AKB). This platform is designed for businesses, including those without deep coding expertise, to develop, test, and deploy blockchain solutions. The primary clients are enterprises in sectors such as supply chain management, finance, and the circular economy, who want to improve process verification and stakeholder trust. The business model is subscription-based, offering a freemium plan to allow users to explore the platform's features, alongside tiered premium plans (DEV, PRO, and Enterprise) for more complex projects and professional needs, which can be paid via credit card or PayPal.

AstraKode's core product, the AKB platform, features several key components. The Network Composer provides a visual, drag-and-drop interface for designing and configuring permissioned blockchain networks, primarily using Hyperledger Fabric. The Smart Contract IDE allows for the visual development of business logic using both Hyperledger Fabric and Solidity. To accelerate development, the company offers Pre-Built Solutions, which are customizable templates for specific use cases like agri-food supply chain traceability and circular economy applications. Recently, AstraKode has integrated AI capabilities, launching features like the AI Consultant and Kode Sherpa to assist developers in creating and refining smart contracts through natural language and guided support. The platform supports users from development to deployment, providing an assisted testing framework in a dedicated cloud environment before launch.

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