district0x is developing a network of decentralized marketplaces and communities powered by Ethereum, Aragon, and IPFS. Marketplaces on the network, also known as districts, are built upon a standard open source framework, consisting of Ethereum smart contracts. Districts provide the core functionalities required to operate a decentralized marketplace. Users can post and search listings, rank sellers, and process payments directly on the platform. The network is powered by the Ethereum-based DNT token.

Particl is developing a privacy-focused blockchain-based marketplace. The platform will include encrypted communication tools and a native confidential currency. It will also be integrated with other cryptocurrency projects. The Particl marketplace will have confidential transactions, escrow services, and a decentralized self-governance system. Their native blockchain has a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism with quantum-resistant cold-staking.

Kik's vision is to establish a decentralized marketplace to connect app developers with users. Their aim is to create alternative revenue sources for developers that are not tied to advertising. The company's blockchain project has attracted attention due to its status as an established consumer company, the large amount of money that was raised, and their plans to use both the Stellar and Ethereum blockchains for the KIN token.
Kik currently operates a mobile messaging app with over 300 million users. Kik launched the KIN token in an ICO that raised close to $100 million in 2017. The token is intended to power a a decentralized ecosystem of digital services, but will first be used, within the Kik messaging ecosystem.