> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.arcology.network/arcology-technical-whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.arcology.network/arcology-technical-whitepaper/conclusion.md).

# 13. Conclusion

Arcology is a radically new concept that unites three core features in a first-of-its-kind blockchain design: parallel transaction processing and self-organization. The Arcology network is the first decentralized ecosystem that is secure, scalable and decentralized.

Arcology are broadening expectations of what blockchain can do in the real world. Arcology can not only compete with centralized systems but outperforms them across the board.