June 2025 Monthly Summary
Roko Network Monthly Update
Month: June 2025
Executive Summary
June 2025 marked the deployment of the initial testnet with 2 validators on AWS, achievement of full MetaMask integration in the explorer, and completion of the a timing hardware provider network configuration. The team also made significant progress on legal structures for Flywheel DeFi and achieved a 7x mathematical optimization breakthrough.
Major Milestones
Testnet Deployment
Stalker (Unforkable) deployed the first testnet:
- 2-validator configuration (Alice & Bob) on AWS
- Successful block production
- Foundation for network expansion
- Target: 8-10 nodes by month end
Explorer with MetaMask Integration
Major explorer update delivered:
- Full MetaMask integration
- Users can connect wallets
- Interact with chain through familiar interfaces
- Complete staking/rewards workflow implemented
a timing hardware provider Network Configuration
Three node types defined and configured:
- Architecture supports different roles
- Timing distribution nodes
- Validation nodes
- Synchronization operational
Technical Breakthroughs
Mathematical Optimization (7x Improvement)
Significant breakthrough in calculations:
- 7x improvement in certain computations
- Impacts transaction processing efficiency
- Mathematical framework validated for verified compute
- Compression algorithms optimized
Timestamp Counter-Signing
Implementation progressing:
- Multiple nodes sign timestamps
- Byzantine fault tolerance for timing data
- Enhanced security for temporal transactions
MCP Server Development
AI agent integration advancing:
- MCP servers enable AI agent interaction
- Timing network accessibility for agents
- Blockchain interaction capabilities
Legal & Corporate Structure
Panama Corporation
Entity structure finalized:
- Supports Flywheel token issuance
- Appropriate legal framework for operations
- Token sale preparation
Sub-DAO Governance
Model finalized:
- Specialized governance for different network functions
- Decentralized decision-making structure
- Flywheel DeFi governance confirmed
Hardware Architecture
Mini Forum MS-01 Configuration
Detailed node specifications:
- Compact but powerful devices
- Ideal for timing network nodes
- Configuration guide in development
PTP Time Synchronization
Via coaxial PPS cables:
- Precision pulse-per-second signals
- Sub-microsecond accuracy between nodes
- Professional-grade timing infrastructure
Intel TSN NIC Integration
Time Sensitive Networking:
- Bypasses expensive switches
- Reduces infrastructure costs
- Maintains timing precision
- Research platform for high-availability trading
Integration Progress
TrustID Validator Certificates
Implementation advancing:
- Validators receive cryptographic certificates
- Proves identity and timing hardware
- Hardware-backed authentication
WebSocket Configuration
Challenges addressed:
- Explorer connectivity resolved
- Real-time chain data display
- Proper network communication
Key Metrics
| Metric | Status |
|---|---|
| Testnet Validators | 2 operational (target 8-10) |
| MetaMask Integration | Complete |
| a timing hardware provider Configuration | 3 node types defined |
| Mathematical Optimization | 7x improvement achieved |
| Panama Entity | Structure finalized |
Internal Testing Strategy
Before public testnet:
- Stress testing under various conditions
- Validator coordination testing
- Performance benchmarking
- Issue identification and resolution
Looking Ahead to July
- Expand testnet to 8-10 nodes
- Complete TrustID certificate implementation
- Finalize Panama entity formation
- Publish hardware specifications
- Begin community engagement planning
Team Focus Areas
| Team Member | Primary Focus |
|---|---|
| Stalker (Unforkable) | Testnet deployment, explorer improvements |
| Manitcor | MS-01 configuration, hardware documentation |
| BigM | TSN NIC integration, TrustID system |
| Team | MCP server development |
| Maptet | Legal entity finalization |