Anoma is an intent-centric blockchain protocol functioning as a distributed operating system for decentralized applications. It allows users to express transaction intents that are matched and executed atomically across chains. The protocol supports privacy via zero-knowledge proofs, scalable multilateral settlements, and a P2P overlay network architecture. Developers can build expressive, chain-agnostic applications leveraging Anoma’s intent framework to coordinate assets and state across multiple blockchains.