Zeus Network has announced the launch of ZeusNode, its core infrastructure powered by the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM). Notably, this move aims to streamline Bitcoin (BTC) liquidity integration into Solana’s blockchain, with the network’s first epoch already underway.
To clarify, the ZeusNode infrastructure is built around a Guardian program, featuring two classes of validators: Guardians and Institutional Guardians. For context, Guardians delegate Zeus Network’s native token, $ZEUS, while Institutional Guardians cater to large-scale institutional participants capable of managing significant BTC volumes.
Enhancing Bitcoin-Solana Interoperability
ZeusNode employs a Multi-Party Computation (MPC) model to secure and decentralize Bitcoin transactions on Solana. By decentralizing validation and signature processes, the system ensures trustless, secure Bitcoin operations across the blockchain.
“With Zeus Network and its Guardians, Bitcoin’s liquidity can now be effectively utilized in a permissionless and decentralized manner on Solana,” said Justin Wang, Co-founder and CEO of Zeus Network. “This infrastructure offers Bitcoin holders and institutions new avenues to participate in the high-performance blockchain environment.”
Flexible Liquidity and Dynamic Delegation
The network introduces a dynamic ratio mechanism tied to $ZEUS delegation and BTC liquidity. Initially, the $ZEUS-to-$BTC ratio is set at 20,000:1, enabling Guardians to onboard Bitcoin liquidity efficiently. Once a Guardian’s delegation reaches 5,000,000 $ZEUS, unlimited BTC inflow capacity is unlocked.
Institutional Guardians enjoy flexible BTC deposit terms, while $ZEUS deposits are locked for six months, ensuring network liquidity and security. ZeusNode also enables $ZEUS holders to delegate tokens to Guardians, contributing to network security and earning rewards.
Roadmap and Expansion Plans
The ZeusNode roadmap features a phased approach to scaling capacity:
- Epoch 1: Building a security foundation with 25 BTC supported by 500,000 $ZEUS delegation.
- Epochs 2–3: Expanding to include Institutional Guardians and increasing capacity to 1,100 BTC and 12,000,000 $ZEUS delegation.
- Epochs 4–5: Scaling to full capacity with 10 Guardians, targeting 2,250 BTC and 25,000,000 $ZEUS delegated to onboard 1% of Bitcoin liquidity onto Solana.
- Epochs 6–7: Integrating additional UTXO-based assets, including Dogecoin (DOGE), Litecoin (LTC), and Kaspa (KAS), further enhancing the cross-chain framework.
About Zeus Network
Zeus Network provides interoperable blockchain solutions for the Solana ecosystem, facilitating seamless liquidity management and decentralized applications. The platform aims to position Solana as a central hub for blockchain ecosystems by empowering ZeusNode with robust security and scalable cross-chain communication.