Q-BOND Network

The Q-BOND Stack

1. Dual-Layer Blockchain Architecture

Q‑BOND uses a Layer 1 execution chain for real-time PoS transactions, and a Layer 2 settlement chain with lattice-based, quantum‑resistant signatures.
This ensures blazing speed for validators and developers - with military-grade, post‑quantum security for everything that matters.

  • Execution Layer: 2–3 second block time; EVM-compatible (Solidity/QVM).
  • Settlement Layer: CRYSTALS-Dilithium + hash-based signatures ensure immutability for critical assets.
  • zk-Rollups: Scalable data availability with zero-knowledge proofs for trustless validation.

2. Smart Contracts - QBOND Protocol

Our smart contract system governs every stage of the bond lifecycle.

  • Minting: Researchers issue QBonds with predefined APY and milestones.
  • Staking: Validators and backers stake capital to activate research.
  • Milestone Oracle: AI/DAO oracles verify scientific progress and release funds accordingly.
  • Yield Engine: AI-assisted APY pricing in future versions based on project class, risk score, and validator reputation.

3. Q‑IdentityEnvy (QIE) - Reputation Layer

Our soul‑bound ID system enforces ethics, compliance, and long-term trust.

  • Identity Binding: One per real human; pseudonymous in network, KYC-optional for fiat on/off ramps.
  • Reputation Score: Based on staking history, governance votes, and ethical compliance.
  • Access Control: Certain bond tiers, validator votes, or research classes may require QIE minimum scores.
  • Soul-Bound Token: Enforced non-transferability of identity token.

4. Governance Engine

Q‑BOND is governed by both capital and character.

  • Quadratic Voting System: Validators (stakers) and QIE (reputation) votes are dual-weighted.
  • Proposal Categories:
    • Research project approvals
    • Treasury disbursements
    • Bond issuance rule changes
    • Ethical flag resolution
  • DAO Architecture: DeSCI DAO LLC is mirrored in smart contract governance logic.

5. Quantum-Safe by Default

While most DeFi chains are vulnerable to quantum decryption, Q‑BOND’s core Layer 1 uses:

Lattice-Based Cryptography: Dilithium and Kyber schemes.
Post-Quantum Key Exchange: SIDH-replacement secure handshake models.
Fallback Protocols: In case of QIE node compromise or signature failure.

6. Research Verification System

Q‑BOND introduces milestone-anchored funding:

  • Proof of Milestone™ Protocol: Documents, lab data, AI-verified reproducibility.
  • On-Chain oracles governed by validator consensus or AI agents.
  • Failure Penalty: Projects that falsify or abandon milestones forfeit staked QBonds - redistributed to bondholders and bounty verifiers.

Future Integrations (coming post-MVP)

  • IPFS / Arweave for data archiving
  • AI-generated bond pricing models
  • Tokenized IP escrow vaults
  • Cross-chain bridges (Ethereum, Cosmos, QAN)