We provide fully managed, high-performance RPC endpoints and archival nodes for Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, and Solana. Our infrastructure eliminates the operational overhead of self-hosting, ensuring your dApp has low-latency, reliable access to on-chain data.
Custom IBC-Style Protocol Implementation
Blockchain Infrastructure
Enterprise-grade node infrastructure with 99.9% uptime SLA and multi-chain support.
Deploy production-ready infrastructure in hours, not weeks, with a 99.9% uptime SLA backed by 24/7 monitoring.
- Multi-region deployment for global redundancy and sub-100ms latency.
- Archival node access for deep historical data queries and analytics.
- Dedicated endpoints with rate limiting, request logging, and advanced analytics dashboards.
- Automatic failover and health checks to guarantee service continuity.
Core Protocol Components We Deliver
We architect and implement the foundational layers of your custom IBC-style protocol, delivering battle-tested modules that ensure security, interoperability, and scalability from day one.
Relayer & Light Client Network
Secure, high-availability relayers and light client state verification for cross-chain message passing. Built with multi-chain support and automated failover for 99.9% uptime.
Consensus & State Machine
Custom Tendermint-based or BFT consensus engine with your application-specific state machine. Implements IBC's ICS-23/ICS-24 standards for provable state verification.
Connection & Channel Handshake
Full implementation of IBC's connection (ICS-2/3) and channel (ICS-4/5) handshake protocols. Includes configurable security policies and version negotiation.
Packet Protocol & Timeouts
Reliable packet sequencing, ordering, and timeout logic (ICS-4) with configurable fee models and slashing conditions for validator accountability.
Interchain Accounts & Queries
ICS-27 Interchain Accounts and ICS-31 Cross-Chain Queries modules, enabling smart contracts on one chain to control assets and query state on another.
Upgrade & Governance Module
On-chain governance and seamless protocol upgrade mechanisms (Cosmos SDK style) with multi-signature approval flows and emergency halt functionality.
Why Build a Custom IBC-Style Protocol
Standard bridges introduce risk and limit functionality. A custom IBC-style protocol is a foundational investment for applications requiring sovereign, secure, and scalable cross-chain communication.
Sovereign Security & Control
Eliminate third-party bridge risk. We build custom light clients and relayers you control, ensuring security is defined by your application's consensus, not an external validator set. This mitigates the single largest vector for cross-chain exploits.
Optimized for Your Application Logic
Move beyond simple token transfers. We implement custom packet encoding and IBC middleware (ICS) for complex cross-chain logic like staking, governance, and conditional settlements, unlocking novel product features.
Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Deploy with confidence. We engineer for 99.9% relayer uptime, implement automatic packet timeouts, and provide full monitoring dashboards. Our battle-tested development process is based on Cosmos-SDK and CosmWasm best practices.
Implementation Tiers & Deliverables
A transparent comparison of our IBC-style protocol implementation packages, from initial integration to full-scale, enterprise-grade deployment.
| Feature / Deliverable | Starter | Professional | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|
IBC Core Protocol Implementation | |||
Custom Message & Packet Types | 2 types | 5 types | Unlimited |
Relayer Infrastructure Setup | Single path | Multi-path | Multi-path, Multi-chain |
Smart Contract Audit (External) | |||
Gas Optimization & Cost Analysis | |||
Deployment & Mainnet Launch Support | Guidance only | Hands-on support | Managed deployment |
Dedicated Technical Support SLA | Email (72h) | Slack (24h) | 24/7 PagerDuty (1h) |
Performance Monitoring Dashboard | Basic metrics | Advanced analytics & alerts | Custom dashboards & reporting |
Ongoing Protocol Upgrades | Manual | Semi-automated | Fully managed |
Estimated Implementation Timeline | 4-6 weeks | 8-12 weeks | 12+ weeks |
Typical Engagement Range | $50K - $100K | $100K - $250K | $250K+ |
Our Development & Integration Process
A structured, security-first approach to delivering production-ready, interoperable blockchain protocols. We focus on predictable timelines, audited code, and seamless integration into your existing stack.
Architecture & Design Review
We begin with a deep technical assessment of your interoperability requirements, designing a custom IBC-style protocol architecture. This includes defining packet structures, light client models, and consensus mechanisms for your specific use case.
Core Protocol Development
Our engineers build the core protocol logic in Rust or Go, implementing IBC-compatible packet handling, connection handshakes, and state verification. We follow Cosmos IBC and Interchain Standards (ICS) specifications as a foundation.
Security Audits & Formal Verification
Every protocol undergoes rigorous internal review and external audits by partners like Oak Security or Halborn. Critical modules receive formal verification using tools like K-framework to mathematically prove correctness.
Testnet Deployment & Simulation
We deploy the protocol to a dedicated testnet, running extensive simulations of network partitions, adversarial relayers, and high-load scenarios using tools like Chaos Mesh and our proprietary load testing suite.
Mainnet Integration & Relayer Setup
We manage the mainnet deployment and configure production-grade relayers (Hermes, Go-Relayer). We provide full documentation and operational runbooks for your team to manage the cross-chain infrastructure.
Ongoing Support & Upgrades
Receive priority support and proactive monitoring for your protocol. We handle IBC specification upgrades and security patches, ensuring long-term compatibility and resilience as the interchain ecosystem evolves.
Custom Smart Contract Development
Production-ready smart contracts built for security, gas efficiency, and long-term maintainability.
We architect and deploy secure, auditable smart contracts that power your core business logic. Our development process is built on industry-standard security patterns and rigorous testing to mitigate risk and ensure reliability.
- Security-First Development: Built with
OpenZeppelinlibraries, comprehensive unit/integration tests, and pre-audit code reviews. - Gas Optimization: Expert-level
Solidity 0.8+andEVMoptimization to minimize user transaction costs. - Full Lifecycle Support: From initial design and development through to deployment, verification, and post-launch maintenance.
We deliver battle-tested contracts for tokens (
ERC-20,ERC-721,ERC-1155), DeFi protocols, DAOs, and custom business logic, reducing your time-to-audit and accelerating your go-to-market.
Custom IBC Protocol Implementation FAQ
Answers to the most common questions from CTOs and technical founders evaluating a custom IBC-style interoperability solution.
We follow a structured 4-phase methodology: 1) Discovery & Design (1-2 weeks): We map your specific cross-chain use case, define protocol specifications, and create a technical architecture. 2) Core Development (2-4 weeks): Our team builds the core IBC-style light clients, connection, and channel modules in Rust or Go. 3) Integration & Testing (1-2 weeks): We integrate with your application chain, conduct rigorous unit/integration testing, and perform internal security reviews. 4) Audit & Deployment (1-2 weeks): We facilitate a formal audit with a top-tier firm (e.g., Quantstamp, Trail of Bits) and manage the mainnet deployment. This process ensures a predictable timeline and clear deliverables at each milestone.
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