ApeX DEX represents the cutting edge of decentralized exchange research. Our protocol combines zero-knowledge proofs, optimistic rollups, and cross-chain liquidity to create the most advanced DEX architecture in existence.
Our research focuses on the fundamental challenges of decentralized exchange design: scalability, security, liquidity fragmentation, and cross-chain interoperability.
Research into zk-SNARK based order matching that preserves trader privacy while maintaining provably fair execution. Our implementation reduces on-chain footprint by 99% compared to traditional DEX designs.
Novel optimistic rollup architecture achieving 256K TPS through parallel execution and state sharding. Research includes fraud proof optimization and fast withdrawal mechanisms.
Research into atomic cross-chain swaps using hash time-locked contracts combined with liquidity provider incentives. Our models show 40% reduction in slippage compared to isolated chain DEXs.
Modular architecture designed for maximum flexibility, security, and scalability. Each component is independently upgradeable and research-backed.
Parallel order execution engine with sub-millisecond latency. Supports batch processing of 10,000+ orders per block.
Zero-knowledge proof verification and on-chain settlement. Fraud proofs for optimistic rollup security.
Distributed data availability layer with erasure coding. Ensures data recovery even with 50% node failure.
Theoretical maximum TPS under optimal conditions. Current implementation achieves 128K TPS sustained.
Average cost per swap using ZK-rollup batching. 100x improvement over traditional DEX designs.
Multi-layered security approach combining formal verification, bug bounties, and continuous security audits by leading blockchain security firms.
All core smart contracts have been formally verified using Coq and K-framework. Mathematical proofs guarantee correctness under all possible execution paths.
Ongoing security audits by Trail of Bits, Quantstamp, and OpenZeppelin. $2M bug bounty program with rewards up to $500,000 for critical vulnerabilities.
Initial research into ZK-rollup architecture for DEX applications. Published whitepaper on arXiV with formal proofs.
Public testnet with 100+ validator nodes. Achieved 128K TPS in controlled environment testing.
Limited mainnet launch with whitelisted institutions. $500M TVL achieved within first month.
Cryptography Lead
PhD, Stanford Cryptography
Former ZK Research at Ethereum Foundation
Protocol Architect
Former Uniswap v3 Core Dev
MEV Research at Flashbots
Security Lead
Former Trail of Bits
Smart Contract Security Auditor
Economics Research
PhD, MIT Economics
Game Theory & Mechanism Design
Interested in collaborating on DEX research or learning more about our protocols? Contact our research team for partnership opportunities.