Curecoin is a cryptographic utility token that aims to replace ASIC mining with protein folding computations. By doing so, it supports scientific research in finding new medicines for various medical conditions such as Cancer, Alzheimer's, Antibiotics, Diabetes, Huntington's, Ebola, Zika, HIV, Parkinson's, repurposing drug compounds, and Astrobiology.

With the release of version 2.0 in December 2018, Curecoin claims to have become 90% more efficient compared to ASIC mining. Participants in protein folding receive distributions from the 'automated oracle' at Cryptobullionpools.com. The premine balance is stored in cold storage and can be viewed on block explorers. The network now operates on a pure Proof-of-Stake system, providing approximately 10% rewards annually and ensuring the security of Curecoin's network.

Curecoin utilizes Stanford's Folding@home distributed research software and currently holds the top rank on the global Folding@home network as of May 1, 2019. The development focus includes faster transactions, enhanced security, collaboration with science blockchain consortium partners like FoldingCoin, and support for philanthropic projects through the Curecoin Project's 501c3 sponsor, Vision's Made Viable.