The provided document introduces the TON (The Open Network) project, a novel blockchain architecture designed for scalability and versatility. It details the core components, including the TON Blockchain, a multi-blockchain platform capable of high transaction speeds and smart contracts. The document thoroughly explains the TON Blockchain framework, its consensus mechanisms, and techniques for block validation and inter-chain communication. It also describes the TON Network for peer-to-peer interactions and the TON DHT for locating network nodes. Finally, it explores service implementations, such as TON DNS and TON Storage, and payment solutions like payment channels and the Lightning Network.