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# Jackal Labs

## Who is Jackal Labs?​

Jackal Labs, a Canadian software development company, played a pivotal role in the early development of the Jackal Protocol. As a decentralized and autonomous entity, the Jackal Protocol is not owned or operated by Jackal Labs. Instead, Jackal Labs contributes to the protocol's evolution by proposing changes through on-chain governance.

### What is the scope of Jackal Labs?​

- Spearhead the initial development of the Jackal Protocol.
- Engage in ongoing research and development for the Protocol.
- Suggest improvements to the protocol via the governance process.