We architect and deploy custom, audited smart contracts that form the backbone of your Web3 product. Our development process is built on security-first principles and proven patterns.
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Hardware & IoT Device Governance Security
Develop sybil-resistant governance for DePIN and IoT networks using secure hardware (TEEs, HSMs) and device-bound identities. Ensure physical nodes can vote on-chain without being spoofed.
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CORE ENGINEERING
Custom Smart Contract Development
Secure, production-ready smart contracts for DeFi, NFTs, and enterprise applications.
Deliver a secure, scalable foundation for your protocol in 4-6 weeks with a dedicated engineering team.
- Protocol Development: Custom
ERC-20,ERC-721,ERC-1155, and bespoke token standards. - DeFi & dApps: Automated Market Makers (AMMs), staking pools, lending/borrowing logic, and governance systems.
- Security & Audits: Code built with
OpenZeppelinlibraries and reviewed against common vulnerabilities before third-party audit.
We focus on gas optimization and upgradeability patterns (like TransparentProxy) to ensure your contracts are cost-effective and future-proof. Every deployment includes comprehensive documentation and testing suites.
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SECURE, SCALABLE, AND VERIFIABLE
Core Components of Our Hardware-Backed Governance
Our governance framework integrates hardware security modules (HSMs) and IoT device attestation to deliver tamper-proof, auditable control for your critical blockchain operations. Built for enterprises requiring institutional-grade security.
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Secure Multi-Party Computation (sMPC)
Distribute governance authority across multiple HSM-backed nodes. Achieve consensus for critical actions (e.g., treasury transfers, protocol upgrades) without any single entity holding a complete key, mitigating insider threat and collusion risks.
M-of-N
Threshold Signing
< 2 sec
Signature Latency
04
Immutable Governance Audit Trail
Every governance action—from proposal creation to execution—is immutably logged on-chain with cryptographic proof of HSM origin. Provides regulators and auditors with a verifiable, tamper-proof record of all administrative activity.
On-Chain
Proof of Origin
Full
Action History
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Geographically Distributed Fault Tolerance
Deploy HSM clusters across multiple availability zones and regions. Our architecture maintains governance availability even during regional outages or network partitions, ensuring protocol operations continue without interruption.
99.95%
Uptime SLA
Active-Active
Redundancy
06
Policy Engine & Automated Compliance
Define and enforce granular governance policies (quorums, timelocks, spend limits) directly within the secure hardware environment. Rules execute autonomously, removing manual oversight errors and ensuring consistent policy adherence.
Programmable
Rule Sets
Automated
Enforcement
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PROVEN GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK
Business Outcomes: Secure & Legitimate Network Control
Our hardware security modules and on-chain governance protocols deliver verifiable control, ensuring only authorized devices can participate in your network. This eliminates spoofing and establishes a root of trust for your entire IoT ecosystem.
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Hardware-Backed Identity & Attestation
We implement secure enclaves (TPM/HSM) to generate and protect device cryptographic identities. This provides irrefutable proof of device legitimacy before any network interaction.
FIPS 140-2
Compliance
Zero Trust
Default Model
02
On-Chain Device Registry & Policy Engine
A tamper-proof registry on Ethereum or L2s (Polygon, Arbitrum) manages device whitelists, firmware hashes, and permission policies. Revoke access instantly via governance vote or admin key.
< 2 sec
Policy Update
Immutable
Audit Log
03
Automated Compliance & Lifecycle Management
Smart contracts automatically enforce compliance rules (e.g., geographic fencing, usage quotas). Automate device onboarding/offboarding based on real-time sensor data or admin commands.
100%
Rule Enforcement
24/7
Automation
04
Real-Time Threat Detection & Response
Monitor device behavior and consensus participation for anomalies. Trigger automatic slashing, freezing, or alerts when a device deviates from its attested state or policy.
< 1 min
Incident Response
SOC 2
Aligned Monitoring
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Multi-Sig & DAO-Enabled Governance
Decentralize control over your device network. Implement Gnosis Safe multi-sig or full DAO governance for critical actions like firmware updates or registry changes, preventing single points of failure.
M of N
Approval Logic
On-Chain
Vote Transparency
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End-to-End Audit Trail
Every device action, policy change, and governance vote is immutably recorded. Provide regulators and auditors with a cryptographically verifiable history of all network operations.
Immutable
Data Integrity
Real-Time
Verification
Security & Support Levels
Implementation Tiers for Hardware Governance
Compare our structured service tiers designed to secure IoT device fleets and hardware wallets, from initial audit to full-scale enterprise governance.
| Security Feature | Foundation Audit | Professional Suite | Enterprise Governance |
|---|---|---|---|
Hardware Security Module (HSM) Integration Review | |||
Firmware Signing Key Lifecycle Audit | |||
On-Device Secure Element Attestation | |||
Multi-Sig Governance Smart Contract | Basic 2-of-3 | Custom (Up to M-of-N) | Custom with Time-locks |
Real-Time Anomaly & Intrusion Detection | |||
Incident Response SLA | Best Effort | < 12 Hours | < 1 Hour |
Automated Firmware OTA Update Security | |||
Dedicated Security Liaison & Reporting | |||
Custom Physical Attack Simulation (Pen Test) | Optional Add-on | Included Annually | |
Typical Engagement Scope | Up to 5 Device Models | Up to 20 Device Models | Unlimited Fleet Scale |
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A PROVEN FRAMEWORK
Our Delivery Methodology: From Architecture to Audit
We deliver secure, production-ready IoT device governance systems through a structured, multi-phase process. Our methodology ensures your hardware fleet is protected from day one, with clear deliverables at each stage.
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Security Architecture & Threat Modeling
We design a secure-by-default architecture for your IoT ecosystem, mapping data flows, access points, and potential attack vectors. This foundational blueprint ensures security is integrated, not bolted on.
OWASP IoT
Framework
ISO 27001
Compliance
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Secure Firmware & On-Chain Logic
Development of tamper-resistant firmware and corresponding smart contracts for device identity, attestation, and governance rule enforcement. Built with Rust/C++ for devices and Solidity for on-chain logic.
0.8.23+
Solidity
OpenZeppelin
Libraries
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Secure Element & Key Management
Integration with hardware security modules (HSMs) or secure elements (e.g., TPM, ATECC608) for cryptographic key generation, storage, and signing. We implement a zero-trust key lifecycle management system.
FIPS 140-2
Standard
Air-Gapped
Key Gen
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Device Attestation & Lifecycle
Implementation of secure boot, remote attestation protocols, and on-chain registries to verify device integrity, manage firmware updates, and enforce policy-based access control throughout the device lifecycle.
Real-time
Attestation
Automated
Revocation
05
Penetration Testing & Audits
Comprehensive security assessment of the entire stack: firmware, communication channels, API endpoints, and smart contracts. We engage with leading third-party auditors for final verification.
Trail of Bits
Audit Partner
100%
Critical Fix
06
Deployment & Continuous Monitoring
We manage the secure deployment of your governance system and provide 24/7 monitoring dashboards for device health, security events, and on-chain policy violations, with actionable alerts.
99.9%
Uptime SLA
< 5 min
Alert Time
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RELIABLE FOUNDATION
Blockchain Node Infrastructure
Enterprise-grade node hosting with 99.9% uptime SLA for production applications.
We manage your full-stack node infrastructure so your team can focus on building. Our service delivers multi-region redundancy, real-time monitoring, and instant failover to eliminate downtime.
- Fully Managed: Automated deployment, 24/7 monitoring, and proactive maintenance for
EVM,Solana, andCosmoschains. - High Performance: Optimized RPC endpoints with sub-second latency and dedicated resources for high-throughput dApps.
- Security First: Isolated environments, DDoS protection, and regular security patching.
- Developer Tools: Access to archival data, debug traces, and WebSocket connections.
Deploy a production-ready node cluster in under 48 hours, backed by a guaranteed SLA.
Hardware & IoT Security
Frequently Asked Questions
Get clear answers on how we secure connected devices and embedded systems for Web3 applications.
We implement a multi-layered security architecture for IoT device governance. Our process includes: Secure Boot with hardware root of trust, encrypted firmware updates via OTA, hardware security modules (HSM/TPM) for key management, and runtime integrity monitoring. We follow NIST IoT security guidelines and design for air-gapped or low-bandwidth environments common in industrial IoT.
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