We architect and deploy production-ready smart contracts that power your core business logic. Our development process is built on security-first principles, utilizing OpenZeppelin libraries and following established patterns for ERC-20, ERC-721, and custom protocols. We deliver fully documented code with comprehensive test suites.
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Institutional Payment Channel Compliance
Enterprise-grade off-chain payment networks with built-in regulatory compliance. We architect secure, scalable L2 solutions featuring real-time transaction monitoring, KYC/AML integration, and immutable audit trails for financial institutions.
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, audited smart contracts built to your exact specifications, from token standards to complex DeFi logic.
- Custom Logic: Build bespoke DeFi primitives, NFT mechanics, DAO governance, or enterprise automation.
- Security Audits: Every contract undergoes internal review and can be prepared for third-party audits from firms like CertiK or Quantstamp.
- Gas Optimization: We write efficient code to minimize transaction costs for your users.
- Full Lifecycle: From initial spec to mainnet deployment and post-launch monitoring.
We translate your product requirements into immutable, reliable on-chain code. Get a secure, auditable foundation in weeks, not months.
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FOUNDATION FOR INSTITUTIONAL ADOPTION
Core Compliance & Technical Capabilities
Our infrastructure is engineered to meet the stringent demands of regulated financial institutions, combining battle-tested technical execution with a proactive compliance-first architecture.
01
Regulatory & AML/KYC Integration
Seamlessly integrate with leading identity verification providers (e.g., Sumsub, Jumio) and transaction monitoring systems. Our payment channels support programmable compliance logic, enabling real-time sanctions screening and automated reporting for audit trails.
Real-time
Sanctions Screening
Automated
Audit Trail Generation
02
Enterprise-Grade Security & Audits
All core smart contracts and off-chain components undergo rigorous third-party audits by firms like Trail of Bits and Quantstamp. We implement multi-signature governance, time-locks, and formal verification for critical state updates.
Third-Party
Security Audits
Formal
Verification
03
High-Throughput Settlement Layer
Build on custom state channels or Layer 2 networks (Arbitrum, Optimism) for sub-second finality and transaction costs under $0.01. Our architecture supports thousands of transactions per second, batched for on-chain efficiency.
Sub-second
Finality
< $0.01
Tx Cost
04
Custody & Key Management
Flexible support for MPC (Multi-Party Computation) wallets, hardware security modules (HSMs), and direct integration with institutional custodians (Fireblocks, Copper). Never store or have access to client private keys.
MPC & HSM
Supported
Zero Access
To Client Keys
05
Real-Time Monitoring & Alerting
24/7 monitoring of channel health, liquidity balances, and compliance flags via dashboards and webhook alerts. Get instant notifications for suspicious activity, failed transactions, or SLA breaches.
24/7
Monitoring
Webhook
Alerting
06
SLA-Backed Infrastructure
Guaranteed 99.9% uptime for routing and relay services, with financially-backed SLAs. Isolated, dedicated node deployments available for maximum performance and regulatory isolation.
99.9%
Uptime SLA
Dedicated
Deployments
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COMPLIANCE AS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
Business Outcomes for Regulated Entities
Our Institutional Payment Channel Compliance service delivers tangible results for financial institutions, fintechs, and regulated DeFi platforms. We translate complex regulatory requirements into secure, scalable on-chain infrastructure.
01
Regulatory Audit Trail
Automated, immutable logging of all payment channel transactions for AML, KYC, and financial reporting. Integrates with Chainalysis and Elliptic for real-time compliance monitoring.
100%
Transaction Traceability
< 100ms
Audit Log Generation
02
Jurisdiction-Specific Rule Engine
Dynamic smart contract logic that enforces transaction limits, participant whitelists, and asset restrictions based on FATF Travel Rule, MiCA, and other regional frameworks.
50+
Pre-built Rule Templates
Zero Downtime
Rule Updates
04
Real-Time Sanctions Screening
On-chain integration with OFAC and global sanctions lists. Transactions are screened pre-execution, preventing blocked address interactions and ensuring regulatory adherence.
< 2 sec
Screening Latency
99.99%
List Accuracy
05
Capital Efficiency & Settlement
Optimize capital locked in payment channels while maintaining required liquidity ratios. Achieve sub-second finality for compliant settlements, reducing operational costs.
40-60%
Capital Reduction
800ms
Avg. Settlement Time
Infrastructure Decision Matrix
Build vs. Buy: Compliance-Ready Payment Channels
A detailed comparison of the cost, risk, and time investment required to build a compliant payment channel system in-house versus partnering with Chainscore Labs.
| Critical Factor | Build In-House | Chainscore Managed Service |
|---|---|---|
Development Timeline | 6-12 months | 4-8 weeks |
Initial Security Audit Cost | $50K-$150K+ | Included |
Compliance Framework (Travel Rule, KYC) | Custom build, high risk | Pre-built, battle-tested modules |
Ongoing Security & Monitoring | Internal team overhead | 24/7 monitoring included |
Smart Contract Upgrade Management | Your responsibility | Managed with governance controls |
Multi-Chain Support (EVM, L2s) | Per-chain integration effort | Native support out-of-the-box |
Total Year 1 Cost (Dev, Audit, Ops) | $300K-$750K+ | $80K-$200K |
Time to First Compliant Transaction | 9+ months | < 60 days |
Expertise Required | Solidity, Cryptography, Compliance Law | Your integration team + our specialists |
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PROVEN PROCESS
Our Delivery Methodology
A structured, security-first approach to deliver compliant payment channels that meet institutional standards and accelerate your time-to-market.
01
Compliance & Risk Assessment
We begin with a deep-dive analysis of your target jurisdictions, transaction types, and counterparty requirements. Our framework maps obligations to technical controls, ensuring your channel design is compliant by default.
50+
Regulations Mapped
< 1 week
Initial Audit
02
Architecture & Protocol Design
We architect your payment channel network using battle-tested patterns like state channels or rollups. The design prioritizes finality, privacy for sensitive data, and seamless integration with your existing treasury systems.
Sub-second
Settlement
99.9% SLA
Uptime
04
Integration & Deployment
We handle the full deployment lifecycle on your chosen L1/L2, including multi-sig wallet setup, oracle integration for price feeds, and connection to monitoring dashboards. We provide full documentation and handover.
2-4 weeks
Avg. Deployment
24/7
Go-Live Support
05
Monitoring & Reporting Suite
Deploy with a complete operational dashboard for real-time monitoring of channel liquidity, transaction volume, and compliance flags. Automated reports are generated for internal audit and regulatory review.
Real-time
Alerts
Custom
Report Builder
06
Ongoing Compliance Updates
Regulations evolve. We provide continuous monitoring of regulatory changes and implement necessary protocol upgrades or configuration changes to maintain your channel's compliance status over time.
Quarterly
Reviews
Guaranteed
Patch SLA
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, production-ready smart contracts built for scale and compliance.
We architect and deploy custom smart contracts that power your Web3 product, from ERC-20 tokens to complex DeFi protocols. Our code is built for mainnet readiness with a focus on security, gas efficiency, and upgradability using patterns like OpenZeppelin and UUPS proxies.
Deliver a battle-tested MVP in as little as 2-4 weeks, with a clear path to production.
- Security-First Development: Every line undergoes peer review and is tested against common vulnerabilities before formal audits with firms like CertiK or Quantstamp.
- Full-Stack Integration: Contracts are delivered with comprehensive documentation, deployment scripts, and integration guides for your front-end team.
- Ongoing Governance: We design for the future with built-in upgrade mechanisms and multi-signature wallet controls for secure administration.
Institutional Payment Channels
Frequently Asked Questions
Get clear answers on how Chainscore Labs delivers secure, compliant payment channel infrastructure for regulated institutions.
A standard implementation for a compliant payment channel network takes 4-6 weeks. This includes the 2-week discovery and design phase, 2-3 weeks of core development and integration, and 1 week for security review and final deployment. Complex multi-party or cross-border setups may extend to 8-10 weeks.
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Protocols Shipped
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