Roadmap
Our journey towards universal interoperability
The next generation of Union's Zero-knowledge Proving system.
Sub-second proof generation enables real-time zero-knowledge applications by dramatically lowering latency for verification and interaction across networks.
Proof generation optimized for GPUs to achieve sub-second performance across use cases.
Proof generation optimized for GPUs to achieve sub-100ms performance across use cases.
A distributed proving architecture supports scale, redundancy, and decentralization, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.
Separate proof construction from the relayer, required for integration of proving markets such as Boundless, Succinct, and Cysic.
Aggregate proofs together with other ZK proofs using latency-aware fee markets.
Integration with proving markets allows for on-demand computational power and supports scalable proof generation.
Interfaces developed to communicate with external proving networks.
Client-side proving enables trustless, in-browser proof generation without reliance on external services.
Lightweight ZK SDK provided for frontend applications to initiate local proof generation.
Proof generation using inside the browser, accelerated using WebGPU.
The proof system incorporates cryptographic primitives designed to resist quantum attacks and ensure long-term security.
Cryptographic schemes selected to mitigate vulnerabilities from quantum computation.
ZK schemes benchmarked against simulated post-quantum threat scenarios.
Additional ZK proof formats, including set membership and modular structures, expand protocol functionality and composability.
Verification primitives added for proving inclusion in a committed set.
System architecture extended to support pluggable proof formats.
Building the future of crosschain finance.
A cross-protocol solver layer identifies optimal trade routes across networks and liquidity sources to improve efficiency.
Trade execution optimized across supported chains to reduce slippage and latency.
Aggregated pricing from multiple liquidity sources displayed through a unified quoting interface.
A native AMM supports private, crosschain swaps with gas-efficient logic and programmable liquidity behavior.
Smart contracts designed for low gas usage and scalable deployment.
ZK-based obfuscation tools introduced to support private trading.
Unified identity systems and bridging tools allow token onboarding from multiple chains to a single address.
Identity abstraction enables consistent user addresses across chains.
Bridging infrastructure supports seamless token movement between networks.
Enhancements for the Union L1.
The Union chain supports a purpose-built virtual machine optimized for fast execution and modular, permissioned contract deployment.
Smart contract execution restricted to verified projects during initial phases.
Union, as a modern blockchain, has the goal to be fully sustainable.
80% of the Union L1 powered by renewable energy by the end of 2025.
100% of the Union ecosystem powered by renewable energy by the end of 2026.
Increase transaction throughput to natively accommodate DeFi use-cases.
New Merkle tree design enables faster proof generation and increased TPS.
Improve the validator peer-to-peer networking layer to allow for 200ms block times.
Expanding the Bitcoin Supercharged Network operational stack.
Union based GMP + payments for BSNs (Bitcoin Supercharged Networks), allowing for shared security and recurring inflationary payments.
Union's ucs-03 protocol natively interacts with Babylons staking modules to allow any Union supported stack to become a BSN.
Standardized code libraries to simplify BSN integration and maintenance.
Lower latency routing within Bitcoin Supercharged Networks for deeper liquidity.
Infrastructure and tooling provided for Plume-based rollup deployments.
AltLayer rollups gain native security support through Union integration.
Progressive decentralization of Union's crosschain governance.
Governance structure transitions through various phases as the protocol matures.
Protocol upgrades are enacted by network operators in conjunction with the developer council.
The protocol is fully governed by the DAO.
Final governance phase enables token-based proposals, voting, and staking—crosschain and permissionless.
Voting mechanisms accessible across all integrated L1s and L2s.
Proposal rights assigned based on stake-weighted thresholds.
Connecting new blockchains and ecosystems to the Union Network.
As the leading smart contract platform, Ethereum brings deep liquidity, mature infrastructure, and extensive developer tooling to the Union network.
Build a trustless Ethereum light client to verify headers and facilitate messaging.
Extend the relayer to support Ethereum-compatible proof formats and event handling.
Deploy integration to Ethereum testnet for staging and compatibility testing.
Launch full Ethereum integration with secure messaging and asset support.
Arbitrum offers fast, cost-efficient Ethereum rollups ideal for scalable DeFi and high-throughput applications.
Implement a light client tailored for Arbitrum’s architecture.
Add Arbitrum-specific calldata handling to relayer stack.
Deploy testnet integration with full crosschain messaging support.
Finalize mainnet deployment for Arbitrum connection.
Base extends Ethereum’s reach to Coinbase’s ecosystem, making it a strategic chain for onboarding new users at scale.
Build Base light client based on Ethereum L2 consensus primitives.
Extend relayer support to process Base-specific rollup data formats.
Launch Base testnet support with full crosschain function testing.
Enable mainnet integration and secure Base connectivity.
BNB Chain provides access to high-volume DeFi and gaming markets, particularly in Asia and emerging regions.
Develop a light client for the BNB Smart Chain (BSC) consensus model.
Add support for BNB-specific events, logs, and contract interactions.
Validate transaction flows on BNB testnet.
Launch BNB integration for trustless mainnet interoperability.
Sui introduces an object-centric execution model and parallelized transaction processing for high-performance apps.
Build a light client compatible with Sui's consensus and execution layers.
Adapt relayer for Sui’s Move-based framework and parallel output handling.
Test messaging and token transfers on Sui testnet.
Activate mainnet messaging and transfers for Sui.
Osmosis is the primary DEX chain within Cosmos, offering programmable liquidity and IBC-native composability.
Deploy Tendermint-compatible light client for Osmosis block verification.
Enable ibc-union packet handling and token transfers via relayer updates.
Conduct crosschain simulations and asset transfers on testnet.
Deploy Union connection to Osmosis mainnet.
Neutron is a DeFi-focused smart contract chain in the Cosmos ecosystem.
Deploy Tendermint-based light client for Neutron.
Integrate Neutron transactions and messaging into relayer stack.
Run testnet transactions on Neutron’s testnet.
Finalize deployment for Neutron mainnet transfers.
Sei is designed for high-frequency trading and parallel order execution, expanding the Union network's DeFi access.
Configure light client to match Sei’s validator set and transaction model.
Add Sei-specific transaction and batch update support to relayer.
Deploy to Sei testnet for performance testing under load.
Enable crosschain messaging and transfers on Sei mainnet.
XION simplifies crypto UX through abstracted accounts and consumer-grade app interactions, broadening accessibility.
Implement Tendermint-compatible client for block validation.
Add XION transaction support and message handling.
Test crosschain transfers on XION testnet.
Launch mainnet connection to XION.
BOB (Build on Bitcoin) merges Bitcoin’s security, liquidity, and userbase with EVM programmability.
Construct BOB light client.
Deploy relayer for BOB transfers and messaging.
Launch BOB connection on testnet.
Connect to BOB mainnet for hybrid Bitcoin-EVM interoperability.
Babylon provides Bitcoin staking to secure chains in the Bitcoin Supercharged Network, including Union.
Integrate Babylon light client for consensus validation.
Add relayer support for Babylon stack.
Implement testnet integration to test transactions.
Enable mainnet interoperability with Babylon Genesis.
Solana’s high throughput and unique runtime require custom integration paths, enabling access to a vibrant DeFi/NFT ecosystem.
Develop Solana-compatible light client.
Support relaying of Polygon transfer events and message passing.
Validate integration by testing Solana transactions.
Activate Solana mainnet integration.
Corn is a Bitcoin-focused EVM blockchain that uses a hybrid tokenized Bitcoin as gas. Part of the BSN network.
Build Corn-compatible light client.
Establish relaying for Corn transfers and message passing.
Conduct test deployment of Corn integration.
Launch full support for Corn interoperability.
Plume is an EVM-compatible blockchain that's integrating institutional-grade assets with DeFi tooling.
Generate light client architecture for Plume blockchain.
Add relayer support for Plume's stack.
Validate test deployments for message routing and asset transfers.
Enable Plume connection to the Union network.
Ondo supports real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, enabling compliant crosschain access to institutional-grade financial products.
Build light client for Ondo blockchain.
Enable transfer logic for relayer.
Test transfer and message passing on Ondo testnet.
Launch mainnet connection to Ondo ecosystem.
Aptos features a Move-based execution environment and high-throughput parallel transaction engine. Integration expands Union’s reach into non-EVM ecosystems with strong developer tooling and ecosystem support.
Develop Aptos light client compatible with its consensus and state proofs.
Handle Aptos-specific events, Move modules, and parallel execution tracking.
Deploy connection to Aptos testnet and validate crosschain messaging.
Enable mainnet asset transfers and messaging on Aptos.
Manta provides ZK-based tooling and fast finality. Integration supports ZK applications in the Manta ecosystem.
Build a light client compatible with Manta’s ZK-enhanced consensus and finality rules.
Add support relaying of Manta transfer events and message passing.
Test messaging and asset transfers to and from Manta testnet.
Launch Union connection for Manta applications and assets.
Avalanche offers flexible subnet deployment and fast finality, ideal for scalable DeFi and gaming ecosystems. Union integration connects AVAX-native assets and subnets to broader Web3 ecosystem.
Create Avalanche light client supporting both C-Chain and subnet header tracking.
Add subnet-specific relayer logic and AVAX-compatible proof formats.
Validate C-Chain and subnet routing on Avalanche testnet.
Deploy mainnet connection to Avalanche ecosystem.
Polygon combines low-cost Ethereum-compatible chains with a growing zkEVM ecosystem. Integration unlocks fast, scalable ZK rollups and asset transfers for apps.
Build light client for Polygon networks.
Support relaying of Polygon transfer events and message passing.
Deploy on Polygon testnets for interoperability testing.
Launch secure messaging and asset support for Polygon.
Berachain is an EVM-identical L1 that uses the novel Proof of Liquidity (PoL) consensus mechanism to align liquidity and security.
Create light client for Berachain L1.
Establish relaying for Berachain transfers and message passing.
Deploy Berachain testnet integration.
Launch mainnet integration for Berachain interoperability.