introduction:
Following the announcement of the first half of the technology roadmap with LazAI at the core, we officially launched Metis Hyperion (HYPE), fulfilling our commitment to build the next-generation Layer 2 infrastructure and pushing the Layer 2 ecosystem to a new dimension. As a new generation of high-performance Layer 2 network, Hyperion achieves a perfect balance of scalability, decentralization and real-time transaction efficiency through breakthrough technology.
\Metis Hyperion (HYPE) is built on the Metis SDK, and one of its core components is the high-performance virtual machine MetisVM. This virtual machine is not only compatible with the Ethereum ecosystem, but also provides exclusive infrastructure support for AI applications, showing unparalleled performance advantages in smart contract execution scenarios such as DeFi, blockchain games and AI reasoning.
Through the three-layer architecture design, MetisVM has achieved three core breakthroughs:
Zero-compromise security
Elastic architecture for seamless expansion
Enterprise-level system reliability
This deep optimization of traditional smart contracts and AI computing has laid a solid technical foundation for the Hyperion ecosystem. Its innovative high-throughput, low-latency architecture marks a paradigm shift in blockchain performance, making large-scale AI applications and complex DeFi operations possible.
While retaining Andromeda as the foundation of the ecosystem, Hyperion (HYPE) introduces a modular adaptive aggregation architecture designed for high-frequency DeFi, blockchain games, and AI computing scenarios. This is not only a major evolution of Ethereums Layer 2 solution, but also redefines the speed, decentralization, and cross-chain interoperability of blockchain networks.
Why Metis Hyperion
Although the existing Layer 2 solution improves scalability, it is still subject to three major bottlenecks:
Centralized sorter
Network congestion
Rigid Gas Payment Model
Hyperion breaks through through three major innovations:
▶ Optimistic rollup and parallel execution enable real-time transaction processing and near-instant final confirmation, using:
Parallel processing based on Block-STM: Breaking through the bottleneck of traditional transaction processing
Optimistic Concurrency Control (OCC): Reduce rollback loss
Dynamic DAG Scheduling: Optimizing AI and Sorting High-Frequency Applications
▶ The decentralized sorting network subverts the traditional centralized model and builds a dynamic distributed system:
Leader rotation mechanism: preventing computing power monopoly
MEV defense system: Encrypted memory pool + PBS architecture to prevent preemptive actions
Dynamic allocation of AI resources: intelligent deployment of computing resources
▶ The cross-chain interoperability protocol builds the Ethereum settlement layer and multi-chain liquidity channels to achieve seamless asset transfer.
Hyperion’s dedicated infrastructure enables blockchain networks to run high-performance AI applications for the first time. As the first Layer 2 scaling solution optimized for artificial intelligence, the project is creating new possibilities for Layer 2 - redefining the boundaries of smart contract platforms by building an AI-native computing framework, a decentralized transaction sorting mechanism, and a seamless cross-chain asset circulation system.
Core technology architecture
Optimistic aggregation and parallel execution
The project has achieved a leap in transaction throughput and a significant reduction in latency by integrating parallel transaction execution with an optimistic aggregation model. Its execution model includes three major innovations:
Based on the parallel execution technology of Blockchain STM, multiple transactions can be processed simultaneously, completely eliminating the traditional performance bottleneck
Optimistic concurrency control mechanism (OCC) effectively reduces transaction rollback overhead and improves execution efficiency by two orders of magnitude
Dynamic DAG scheduling system provides optimal transaction sorting solutions for AI applications and high-frequency trading scenarios
Hyperions parallel architecture fundamentally reconstructs the economic model of complex smart contracts. Through Block-STM parallel processing and OCC mechanisms, computing resource utilization has reached an unprecedented level, which significantly reduces user fuel costs. For protocols that require complex calculations, orders of magnitude of efficiency can also be achieved.
The system uses a dynamic DAG scheduling algorithm to achieve optimal resource allocation by intelligently grouping non-conflicting transactions, ensuring maximum throughput while minimizing computing waste. This cost advantage opens the door to a new world for developers, making high-computation applications that are difficult to achieve on other chains possible.
Decentralized sorting network
Unlike traditional scaling solutions that rely on centralized sorters, Hyperion (HYPE) is evolving towards a fully decentralized sorting model. Its innovative architecture effectively prevents MEV attacks, censorship, and single point failure risks by dynamically allocating sorting responsibilities:
Leader rotation mechanism: ensure fair distributed sorting and prevent computing power monopoly
MEV protection system: encrypted memory pool and proposer-builder separation (PBS) design, completely eliminating front-running transactions and unfair arbitrage
AI Optimization Module: Dynamically provisioning and sequencing resources for AI-driven applications
Ethereum Settlement and Cross-Chain Interoperability
Hyperion achieves multi-chain connectivity while relying on the security of Ethereum:
Ethereum settlement optimization: submit state data to the Ethereum mainnet to ensure long-term security.
Shared bridging and cross-chain compatibility: achieving seamless interoperability of multi-chain assets and liquidity.
Native payment support (coming soon): Support ETH, USDC, and USDT to pay for gas fees, lowering the threshold for mainstream users.
Hyperion and Andromeda: Building a multi-network ecosystem
Metis Hyperion (HYPE) and Andromeda will coexist in the ecosystem and complement each other in functions:
Andromeda: Metis first mature Layer 2 network, optimized for general-purpose decentralized applications (DApps).
Hyperion (HYPE): A high-performance AI-native execution layer that focuses on high-speed transactions, decentralized sequencing, and AI-driven businesses. The dual network architecture enables developers to flexibly deploy applications based on demand and share the advantages of Metis Layer 2 technology.
Multi-chain value system of METIS token
METIS, as the core of the ecological economy, captures value in dual networks through multiple mechanisms: Dual-chain Gas Token: No matter which network the user chooses, METIS always maintains demand as the native Gas token.
Value synergy: Hyperions AI-intensive applications and Andromedas general DApps jointly contribute to the value of tokens and form a unified economic system. As the ecosystem expands, the utility of METIS will be enhanced in various network activities.
Ecological long-term development and value expansion
Metis dual network strategy builds a sustainable development paradigm: Differentiated positioning: Andromeda focuses on basic DApp development, Hyperion provides AI enhancement capabilities, and projects can evolve freely according to the development stage.
Anti-cyclical capabilities: General DeFi applications provide stable basic traffic, AI applications drive innovative growth, and diversified layout in the technology field enhances ecological resilience.
Hyperion Development Roadmap
February-April 2025: Testnet launch – including high-performance sorting nodes, initial developer tools, and framework testing capabilities
May-August 2025: Mainnet launch – providing high-throughput Layer 2 network, complete developer kit and production-grade operating environment
September-December 2025: Mainnet upgrade – including instant feedback mechanism, parallel execution, and enhanced AI model support.
Core Values
Metis Hyperion (HYPE) redefines the integration of AI and Web3 through three major innovations, bringing high-performance, AI-optimized Layer 2 to Ethereum, thereby improving scalability, decentralization and user experience. By combining parallel execution, decentralized sorting and Ethereum interoperability, Hyperion is able to usher in the next wave of blockchain innovation.
