# General FAQs

### Q1: What is BitciChain?

**A:** BitciChain is a EVM-compatible decentralized blockchain network . It provides a secure and transparent platform for various applications, leveraging blockchain technology.

### Q2: What is Bitcicoin and how can I get Bitcicoin?

**A:** Bitcicoin is the native coin of the BitciChain. You can get Bitcicoin from a CEX such as [bitci.com](https://www.bitci.com)

### Q3: How can I create a custom token on the BitciChain network?

**A:** To create a custom token on BitciChain, you can deploy an ERC-20 smart contract. Follow the steps outlined in our guide on [Creating and Deploying an ERC-20 Token using Remix](https://docs.bitcichain.com/developers/build-on-bitcichain/using-remix-ide)

### Q4: What is the block time of BitciChain?

**A:** BitciChain has a block time of **15 seconds**, ensuring efficient transaction processing and network performance.

### Q5: How is consensus achieved on BitciChain?

**A:** BitciChain uses **POA** as its underlying consensus algorithm, ensuring secure and decentralized transaction validation.

### Q6: What is the finality time on BitciChain?

**A:** Since BitciChain uses POA as its consensus algorithm, the finality time on BitciChain is **immediate**, representing the time it takes for a block to become irreversible.

### Q7: Can I deploy existing Ethereum smart contracts on BitciChain?

**A:** Yes, smart contracts developed for Ethereum can be deployed on BitciChain, given the compatibility of the EVM.