Blockchain Research
Building the infrastructure for decentralized intelligence
Our blockchain research focuses on creating foundational infrastructure for agent-native chains, advanced DeFi protocols, and autonomous AI systems that can transact safely across blockchain ecosystems.
Core Research Areas
Monmouth
Agent-native settlement blockchain built on Commonware (BFT Simplex consensus) with REVM execution
- •BLS12-381 threshold consensus
- •Agent transaction classification
- •Custom AI/cross-chain precompiles
- •ERC-8004 agent identity registries
Stablecoin Mechanisms
Novel approaches to algorithmic stability and decentralized monetary policy
- •Algorithmic stability models
- •Collateral optimization
- •Dynamic fee structures
- •Risk management protocols
Agent Infrastructure
On-chain primitives enabling autonomous AI agents to transact safely across blockchain ecosystems
- •Agent identity and reputation
- •Capability validation registries
- •Cross-chain message passing
- •Intent parsing and routing
DeFi Infrastructure
Core infrastructure for next-generation decentralized financial systems
- •Automated market makers
- •Lending protocol design
- •MEV mitigation strategies
- •Governance mechanisms
Featured: Monmouth
Agent-Native Settlement Chain
Monmouth is a settlement blockchain designed for autonomous AI agents to transact safely across blockchain ecosystems. Built on Commonware with BFT Simplex consensus and REVM v34 execution, it provides native infrastructure for agent identity, reputation, and cross-chain operations.
Technical Specifications
Open Source Contributions
ElizaOS Cross-Chain Plugin
Cross-chain transactions plugin for ElizaOS leveraging Lit Protocol's Programmable Key Pairs and threshold cryptography, enabling secure decentralized key management for AI agents