highpriest > <@gitter_microbecode:matrix.org> no, not really. a side chain is typically a real blockchain which supports the same stuff the main blockchain supports - so any tokens and any transactions. the side chain may be built to facilitate some token exchanges especially, but in theory nothing stops you from submitting other transactions there as well (unless the chain is configured so that all transactions are checked and only certain types are mined, or something)

Very smart! Good description, appreciate the knowledge!