Metis Hyperion: A revolutionary upgrade to high-performance Layer2 networks

Metis Hyperion (HYPE) redefines the integration of AI and Web3 through three major innovations, bringing high-performance, AI-optimized Layer2 to Ethereum, thereby improving scalability, decentralization and user experience.

introduction

Following the announcement of the first-half technology roadmap with LazAI at its core, we officially launched Metis Hyperion (HYPE), fulfilling our commitment to building the next generation Layer 2 infrastructure and pushing the Layer 2 ecosystem into new dimensions. As a new generation of high-performance Layer 2 network, Hyperion achieves the 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, demonstrating unparalleled performance advantages in smart contract execution scenarios such as DeFi, chain-gaming, and AI reasoning.

Through three-layer architecture design, MetisVM has achieved three core breakthroughs:

• Zero compromise security guarantee

• Elastic architecture that scales seamlessly

• Enterprise system reliability

This in-depth 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.

Ecological positioning While retaining Andromeda as the ecological foundation, Hyperion (HYPE) has introduced a modular adaptive aggregation architecture specifically designed for high-frequency DeFi, chain-travel and AI computing scenarios. This is not only a major evolution of the Ethereum Layer 2 solution, but also redefines the operating speed, degree of decentralization and cross-chain interoperability of the blockchain network.

Why choose Metis Hyperion

Although the existing Layer 2 solution improves scalability, it is still limited by three major bottlenecks:

• Centralized sorter

• network congestion

• The rigid Gas payment model

Hyperion broke through three major innovations:

▲ Optimistic summary and parallel execution achieve 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 losses

• Dynamic DAG scheduling: Optimizing AI and sequencing of high-frequency applications

▲ Decentralized sorting networks subvert traditional centralized models and build dynamic distributed systems:

• Leader rotation mechanism: preventing monopoly of computing power

• MEV defense system: Encrypted memory pool +PBS architecture to eliminate rushing

• Dynamic allocation of AI resources: Intelligent allocation of computing resources

▲ Cross-chain interoperability protocol builds the Ethereum settlement layer and multi-chain liquidity channel to achieve seamless asset flow.

Hyperion’s dedicated infrastructure gives blockchain networks the ability to run high-performance AI applications for the first time. As the first second-layer expansion solution optimized specifically for artificial intelligence, the project is opening up new possibilities for Layer 2 to redefine the smart contract platform by building an AI-native computing framework, a decentralized transaction sequencing mechanism and a seamless cross-chain asset circulation system. boundary.

core technology architecture

Optimistic summary and parallel execution

By integrating parallel transaction execution and optimistic summary models, the project achieved a leap forward in transaction throughput and a significant reduction in latency. Its execution model includes three major innovations:

• Parallel execution technology based on block STM enables simultaneous processing of multiple transactions and completely eliminates traditional performance bottlenecks

• Optimistic Concurrency Control Mechanism (OCC) effectively reduces transaction rollback costs and improves execution efficiency by two orders of magnitude

• Dynamic DAG scheduling system provides optimal transaction sequencing solutions for AI applications and high-frequency trading scenarios

The Hyperion parallel architecture fundamentally reconstructs the economic model of complex smart contracts. Through Block-STM parallel processing and OCC mechanism, computing resource utilization has reached an unprecedented level, which has significantly reduced user fuel costs (gas costs). Orders of magnitude efficiency improvements can also be achieved for protocols that require complex calculations.

The dynamic DAG scheduling algorithm adopted by the system achieves optimal resource allocation through intelligent packet non-conflict transactions, ensuring maximum throughput while minimizing computing waste. This cost advantage opens the door to a new world for developers, making possible high-computing applications that are difficult to achieve on other chains.

Decentralized sorting network

Unlike traditional expansion solutions that rely on centralized sorters, Hyperion (HYPE) is evolving towards a fully decentralized sorting model. Its innovative architecture effectively prevents MEV attacks, censorship systems and single point of failure risks by dynamically assigning and sequencing responsibilities:

• Leader rotation mechanism: Ensure fair distributed sequencing and prevent monopoly of computing power

• MEV protection system: Encrypted memory pool and proposer-builder separation (PBS) design completely eliminates rushing transactions and unfair arbitrage

• AI Optimization Module: Dynamically allocates sequencing resources for AI-driven applications

Ethereum settlement and cross-chain interoperability

Hyperion relies on Ethereum security while achieving multi-chain connectivity:

• Ethereum settlement optimization: Submit status data to the Ethereum main network to ensure long-term security.

• Shared bridging and cross-chain compatibility: Achieve seamless interoperability of multi-chain assets and liquidity.

• Native payment support (coming soon): Supports ETH, USDC, and USDT to pay 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 ecology, forming complementary functions:

• Andromeda: Metis’s first mature Layer2 network, optimized for general-purpose decentralized applications (DApps).

• Hyperion (HYPE): High-performance AI native execution layer, focusing on high-speed transactions, decentralized sequencing and AI-driven businesses. Dual network architecture allows developers to flexibly deploy applications based on needs and share the advantages of Metis Layer2 technology.

Multi-chain value system of METIS tokens

As the core of the ecological economy, METIS captures value in dual networks through multiple mechanisms: Dual-chain Gas tokens: No matter which network users choose, METIS always maintains demand as a native Gas token.

Value synergy: Hyperion’s AI-intensive applications and Andromeda’s universal DApps jointly contribute token value to form a unified economic system. As the ecosystem expands, the effectiveness of METIS will increase simultaneously in various network activities.

Long-term ecological development and value expansion

Metis dual network strategy builds a sustainable development paradigm: differentiated positioning: Andromeda focuses on basic DApp development, Hyperion provides AI enhanced functions, and the project can freely evolve according to the development stage.

Anti-cyclical capabilities: Universal DeFi applications provide stable basic traffic, AI applications drive innovation growth, and diversified layout in technical fields enhances ecological resilience.

Hyperion Development Roadmap

• February-April 2025: Testing online lines include high-performance sorting nodes, initial developer tools and framework testing capabilities

• May-August 2025: Mainline online provides high-throughput Layer 2 network, complete developer suite and production-level operating environment

• September-December 2025: Mainnetwork upgrades include immediate feedback mechanisms, parallel execution and enhanced AI model support.

core value

Metis Hyperion (HYPE) redefines the integration of AI and Web3 through three major innovations, bringing high-performance, AI-optimized Layer2 to Ethereum, thereby improving scalability, decentralization and user experience. By combining parallel execution, decentralized sequencing, and Ethereum interoperability, Hyperion can kick off the next wave of blockchain innovation.

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