KAWAI Token: Detailed Technical Specifications by Phase

June 2, 2025 7 min read

KAWAI Token: Detailed Technical Specifications by Phase

This document outlines the detailed technical specifications for each phase of the KAWAI token implementation, incorporating the Solana-based architecture described in the user-provided analysis.

Phase 1: Foundation (Meme Coin Launch - 3-6 months)

Objective: Launch KAWAI as an engaging AI-themed meme coin on Solana, focusing on community building, branding, and basic utility.

Technical Specifications:

  1. Blockchain Platform: Solana
  2. Token Standard:
    • SPL Token using the Token Extensions Program (TokenzQdBNbLqP5VEhdkAS6EPFLC1PHnBqCXEpPxuEb).
    • Extensions:
      • Metadata Extension: For on-chain token name (KAWAI), symbol (e.g., KAI), URI pointing to off-chain JSON metadata (logo, description).
      • Transfer Fee Extension (Optional): Implement a 2-3% fee on transfers (configurable via governance later) directed to the treasury account. Exclude fees for transfers between specific addresses (e.g., CEX wallets, bridge contracts).
      • Mint Close Authority Extension: Retain authority to potentially cap supply later via governance.
    • Decimals: 9 (standard).
    • Initial Supply: High supply (e.g., trillions) to maintain low unit price, aligning with meme coin strategy.
  3. Smart Contracts (Solana Programs - Rust/Anchor):
    • KAWAI Token Mint: Utilize SPL Token Extensions CLI or SDK to create the mint.
    • Basic Staking Program:
      • Functionality: Users lock KAWAI tokens for a fixed/variable period to earn rewards.
      • Accounts: Staking pool account (PDA), user stake accounts (PDA), reward distribution logic.
      • Rewards: Calculated based on amount staked and duration, paid from a dedicated rewards pool funded by the treasury.
    • Basic Governance Program:
      • Functionality: Simple proposal creation (e.g., text-based polls) and voting based on token holdings (snapshot-based).
      • Accounts: Proposal accounts, vote record accounts.
      • Integration: Basic UI on the dApp for proposal viewing and voting.
    • NFT Minting Program (AI-Themed Collection):
      • Standard: Metaplex Certified Collection (MCC) standard.
      • Functionality: Minting NFTs for early supporters, community rewards, or initial sale.
      • Metadata: Stored on Arweave/IPFS, linked via URI in the NFT mint account.
  4. Infrastructure & Tools:
    • RPC Nodes: Utilize Solana RPC providers (e.g., Helius, Triton, QuickNode) for dApp interaction.
    • Wallet Integration: Implement Solana Wallet Adapter standard supporting Phantom, Solflare, etc.
    • DEX Listing: Provide initial liquidity on a Solana DEX (e.g., Raydium, Orca). Lock LP tokens.
    • Website/dApp: Simple Next.js/React frontend for:
      • Displaying token information, price chart (e.g., via Birdeye/DexScreener API).
      • Staking interface.
      • Basic governance portal.
      • NFT collection viewer.
    • Treasury Management: Multi-signature wallet (e.g., Squads Protocol) for treasury funds.
  5. Tokenomics Implementation:
    • Initial distribution plan execution (airdrops, marketing allocation, team vesting, treasury, liquidity).
    • Setup of rewards pool for staking.
    • Collection mechanism for transfer fees into the treasury.

Phase 2: Development (Initial Utility Introduction - 6-12 months)

Objective: Transition to a utility token by introducing initial features aligned with the AI vision and begin foundational technical work for the core network.

Technical Specifications:

  1. Blockchain Platform: Solana
  2. Smart Contracts (Solana Programs - Rust/Anchor):
    • Enhanced Staking Program:
      • Functionality: Introduce tiered rewards based on stake amount/duration, potential lock-up options, maybe LP token staking.
    • NFT Marketplace Program:
      • Functionality: Allow listing, buying, and selling of KAWAI NFTs (initially the Phase 1 collection, later potentially AI-generated art). Use KAWAI token as primary currency. Implement royalties standard.
      • Architecture: Based on established Solana marketplace standards (e.g., auction house model).
    • "KAWAI Learn" Platform Integration:
      • Content: Likely hosted off-chain (e.g., dedicated website, CMS).
      • On-Chain Interaction: Potential token-gating for premium content, NFT-based certificates of completion, rewards in KAWAI for course completion.
    • Resource Registry Program (Prototype):
      • Functionality: Basic registration for GPU providers (wallet address, simple self-declared specs). No verification or complex matching yet.
      • Accounts: Provider info accounts (PDA).
    • Task Management Program (Prototype):
      • Functionality: Basic task submission interface (metadata about the task). No actual processing or distribution.
      • Accounts: Task info accounts (PDA).
  3. Infrastructure & Tools:
    • Expanded dApp: Integrate NFT marketplace, enhanced staking, KAWAI Learn portal.
    • Backend: Develop necessary backend services for managing off-chain data (learning content, user profiles if needed).
    • Storage: Utilize Arweave/IPFS/Shadow Drive for NFT metadata, potentially learning content assets.
    • Test Environment: Set up Solana local validator/testnet environment for core network development.
  4. Technical Team: Recruit Solana/Rust developers, frontend engineers, potentially backend engineers.

Phase 3: Expansion (Core Network Development - 12-18 months)

Objective: Develop and launch core components of the KAWAI decentralized AI network on Testnet.

Technical Specifications:

  1. Blockchain Platform: Solana (Testnet focus)
  2. Smart Contracts (Core Network - Rust/Anchor):
    • Resource Registry Program (Full Testnet Version):
      • Functionality: Provider registration, detailed resource specification (GPU type, RAM, location, etc.), availability status updates, basic on-chain verification checks (e.g., proof-of-uptime challenges), initial reputation scoring.
      • Accounts: Provider accounts, Resource accounts, Verification accounts.
      • Based on /home/ubuntu/kawai_analysis_user/kawai/kawai_solana_package/smart_contract_templates/resource_registry.rs.
    • Task Management Program (Full Testnet Version):
      • Functionality: Job submission with detailed requirements, task subdivision logic, basic task distribution algorithm (matching based on specs), result submission, simple verification mechanisms (e.g., spot checks, consensus on results for redundant tasks).
      • Accounts: Job accounts, Task accounts, Result accounts.
      • Based on /home/ubuntu/kawai_analysis_user/kawai/kawai_solana_package/smart_contract_templates/task_management.rs.
    • Marketplace Program (Initial Testnet Version):
      • Functionality: Matching tasks to registered resources based on availability and basic pricing, escrowing KAWAI tokens for payment, automatic payment release upon verified completion.
      • Accounts: Market accounts, Order accounts, Escrow accounts.
      • Based on /home/ubuntu/kawai_analysis_user/kawai/kawai_solana_package/smart_contract_templates/marketplace.rs.
    • Enhanced Governance Program:
      • Functionality: On-chain proposals affecting protocol parameters (e.g., marketplace fees, staking rewards), treasury spending proposals, voting power potentially weighted by stake duration/amount.
  3. Infrastructure & Tools:
    • Dedicated Testnet Deployment: Deploy core programs to Solana Testnet.
    • Monitoring: Implement monitoring tools (e.g., SolanaFM, custom dashboards) for testnet program activity, performance, and errors.
    • Developer SDK: Develop TypeScript/JavaScript SDK for interacting with the core KAWAI network programs.
    • Documentation: Create comprehensive technical documentation for developers and providers.
    • Oracle Integration (Testnet): Integrate with Switchboard/Pyth on testnet for potential external data feeds (e.g., benchmark data for verification).
    • Off-Chain Components: Develop necessary off-chain agents/services for task coordination, complex verification, or data handling if required.
  4. Security: Conduct initial internal security reviews and potentially engage auditors for early feedback on core program architecture.
  5. Technical Team: Expand team with backend engineers, DevOps, QA, security specialists.

Phase 4: Maturity (Full Ecosystem Implementation - 18+ months)

Objective: Launch the full KAWAI network on Solana Mainnet, achieve significant adoption, and implement full decentralized governance.

Technical Specifications:

  1. Blockchain Platform: Solana (Mainnet)
  2. Smart Contracts (Mainnet - Audited & Optimized):
    • Core Network Programs (Mainnet Versions): Optimized, rigorously audited versions of Resource Registry, Task Management, and Marketplace programs.
    • Advanced Features: Implement advanced task matching algorithms, robust dispute resolution mechanisms, support for diverse AI workloads (training, inference), enhanced privacy features (e.g., using ZK proofs if feasible), sophisticated reputation systems.
    • Full DAO Governance Program: Implement comprehensive on-chain governance controlling all aspects of the protocol, including program upgrades, treasury management, and parameter tuning, potentially using frameworks like SPL Governance or Squads Protocol.
    • Cross-Chain Integration (Optional): Develop/integrate bridge contracts (e.g., via Wormhole) to allow KAWAI token and potentially network access from other chains if strategic.
  3. Infrastructure & Tools:
    • Scalable Mainnet Infrastructure: Robust RPC setup, potentially running own validator nodes, scalable backend services.
    • Enterprise-Grade Monitoring & Alerting: Comprehensive monitoring (Prometheus, Grafana, etc.) and on-call alerting systems.
    • Enterprise Integration: Develop APIs and tools for seamless integration with enterprise AI workflows.
    • User Support Systems: Implement robust ticketing and support infrastructure.
  4. Security:
    • Multiple independent security audits of all mainnet programs.
    • Implement a bug bounty program.
    • Consider formal verification for critical contract components.
    • Ongoing security monitoring and incident response plan.
  5. Performance Optimization: Continuous optimization of on-chain programs and off-chain components for speed and cost-efficiency.
  6. Technical Team: Full-fledged engineering organization with dedicated teams for core protocol, applications, security, research, and operations.
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