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Cosmos IBC Cross-Chain Banking Hub
A white-label banking platform enabling seamless asset and data interoperability across any IBC-connected blockchain, solving liquidity fragmentation for multi-chain users.
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, production-ready smart contracts built by Web3-native engineers.
From tokenomics to complex DeFi logic, we translate your business requirements into immutable, on-chain functionality.
- Protocol Development:
ERC-20,ERC-721,ERC-1155, and custom standards. - Security-First: Code reviews, static analysis, and pre-audit preparation with firms like CertiK and OpenZeppelin.
- Full Lifecycle: Development, testing (
Hardhat/Foundry), deployment, and upgrade planning via proxies.
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ENTERPRISE-GRADE INFRASTRUCTURE
Core Platform Capabilities
Our Cosmos IBC Banking Hub is built on battle-tested, production-ready components designed for financial institutions. We deliver the security, reliability, and performance required for mission-critical cross-chain operations.
01
IBC Protocol Integration
Seamless integration with the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol for secure, permissionless asset transfers and message passing between any IBC-enabled chain. We handle the complex relay infrastructure and packet lifecycle management.
50+
Supported Chains
< 6 sec
Finality
02
Multi-Chain Asset Management
Unified dashboard and API for managing native and IBC-wrapped assets across Cosmos, Ethereum, and other connected ecosystems. Includes automated vaulting, balance reconciliation, and real-time portfolio tracking.
Zero
Custodial Risk
24/7
Monitoring
03
Enterprise Security & Compliance
Bank-grade security architecture with multi-signature governance, transaction policy engines, and comprehensive audit trails. Built with formal verification practices and regular third-party audits by firms like Oak Security.
99.95%
Uptime SLA
SOC 2
Framework
04
Developer-First APIs & SDKs
Comprehensive REST APIs, WebSocket feeds, and TypeScript/Python SDKs for rapid integration. Enables your team to build custom front-ends, automate treasury operations, and create new financial products on top of the hub.
< 2 weeks
Integration Time
Full Docs
Available
05
Cross-Chain Liquidity Orchestration
Intelligent routing and aggregation of liquidity across decentralized exchanges (Osmosis, Astroport) and centralized venues. Optimize for best execution, minimal slippage, and reduced transaction costs.
30%+
Cost Savings
Sub-second
Routing
06
Relay & Infrastructure Management
We operate and maintain a globally distributed, high-availability network of IBC relayers with automatic failover, ensuring uninterrupted cross-chain communication and data availability without operational overhead for your team.
5 Regions
Global Coverage
< 1 sec
Packet Latency
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TANGIBLE RESULTS
Business Outcomes for FinTechs & Crypto Startups
Our Cosmos IBC Banking Hub delivers measurable infrastructure advantages, enabling you to build, scale, and secure cross-chain financial products with enterprise-grade reliability.
01
Accelerated Time-to-Market
Deploy a production-ready, secure IBC hub in under 4 weeks, bypassing 6+ months of in-house development. We provide the complete stack: validator orchestration, IBC relayers, and governance tooling.
< 4 weeks
To Production
6+ months
Development Saved
02
Enterprise-Grade Security & Compliance
Hub infrastructure built with formal verification-ready IBC core, monitored 24/7. Includes multi-sig governance, slashing protection, and integration frameworks for institutional KYC/AML providers.
99.95%
Uptime SLA
24/7
Security Monitoring
03
Sub-Second Cross-Chain Settlement
Enable instant asset transfers and message passing between Cosmos, Ethereum (via bridges), and other IBC-enabled chains. Achieve finality in seconds, not minutes, for superior UX.
< 3 sec
IBC Finality
0 Downtime
Relayer Uptime
04
Drastically Reduced Operational Overhead
We manage all infrastructure complexity—validator health, relayer orchestration, security patches, and chain upgrades—freeing your team to focus on core product logic and growth.
90%
Ops Time Saved
Fixed Cost
vs. Variable Cloud
05
Scalable Multi-Chain Liquidity Access
Connect seamlessly to liquidity across 50+ IBC chains and major ecosystems. Our hub design optimizes for high-throughput DeFi applications and institutional payment flows.
50+
IBC Chains
$100B+
Liquidity Pool
06
Future-Proof Architecture
Built on the latest Cosmos SDK and Interchain Stack. We handle all protocol upgrades and provide a clear path to integrating emerging standards like Interchain Accounts and Quicksilver liquid staking.
Zero Downtime
Protocol Upgrades
Forward-Compatible
Design
Structured Roadmap to Launch
Phased Development & Delivery
Our proven, milestone-driven approach to delivering a production-ready Cosmos IBC Banking Hub, from initial design to full-scale operation.
| Phase & Deliverables | Discovery & Design (4-6 weeks) | Core Development (8-12 weeks) | Launch & Scale (Ongoing) |
|---|---|---|---|
IBC Protocol Integration | Architecture & Chain Selection | IBC Relayer Setup & Channel Creation | Multi-Chain Expansion Support |
Cross-Chain Asset Hub | Tokenomics & Bridge Design | ICS-20 Transfer Module Deployment | Liquidity Pool & Staking Activation |
Smart Contract Suite | Requirement Specification | Custom Module Development & Unit Tests | Mainnet Deployment & Verification |
Security & Audits | Threat Modeling Report | Internal Review & Testnet Audit | External Audit & Bug Bounty Program |
Infrastructure & DevOps | Node & Validator Architecture | CI/CD Pipeline & Monitoring Setup | 24/7 Node Operations & SLA |
Integration Support | API & SDK Specification | Wallet & Frontend Integration Guides | Dedicated Technical Support |
Key Milestone | Technical Design Document | Testnet MVP with Live Transfers | Mainnet Launch & Governance Handoff |
Investment | $15K - $25K | $40K - $75K | Custom SLA & Maintenance |
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PROVEN FRAMEWORK
Our Delivery Methodology
We deliver production-ready Cosmos IBC banking hubs through a structured, security-first process that de-risks development and accelerates your time-to-market.
01
Architecture & Design Review
We begin with a comprehensive technical deep-dive to design a secure, scalable IBC hub architecture. This includes defining tokenomics, governance models, and cross-chain message flows tailored to your specific banking use case.
2-3 weeks
Design Phase
100%
Specification Coverage
02
Secure Smart Contract Development
Our team builds your custom CosmWasm and Interchain Accounts (ICA) modules using audited patterns. We implement core banking logic—minting, burning, staking, governance—with rigorous unit and integration testing.
OpenZeppelin
Security Standards
> 95%
Test Coverage
03
IBC Integration & Testing
We implement and rigorously test the IBC relayers, packet lifecycle, and cross-chain queries. This phase ensures reliable, fault-tolerant communication between your hub and connected chains like Osmosis, Juno, and Axelar.
Multi-Chain
Testnet Validation
< 5 sec
Packet Finality Target
05
Deployment & Mainnet Launch
We manage the validator genesis, governance proposal submission, and secure key ceremony. Our team provides hands-on support for the mainnet launch, ensuring a smooth, controlled rollout of your banking hub.
99.9% SLA
Uptime Target
< 48 hours
Launch Support
06
Post-Launch Monitoring & Support
We offer ongoing monitoring, incident response, and upgrade management. Our team provides analytics on cross-chain volume, validator performance, and security alerts to ensure operational excellence.
24/7
Monitoring
1-hour
Response SLA
A Cost-Benefit Analysis
Build vs. Buy: The IBC Banking Hub Advantage
Compare the total cost of ownership, risk, and time-to-market for developing a cross-chain banking hub in-house versus using Chainscore's managed service.
| Factor | Build In-House | Chainscore Managed Service |
|---|---|---|
Time to Market (First Hub) | 6-12 months | 4-8 weeks |
Initial Development Cost | $250K - $500K+ | $75K - $150K |
Security & Audit Overhead | High (Unaudited Risk) | Included (Pre-Audited Modules) |
Core IBC Protocol Expertise Required | Essential | Managed by Chainscore |
Ongoing Maintenance & Upgrades | Your Team (2-3 FTEs) | Fully Managed (Optional SLA) |
Multi-Chain Connector Support | Custom Dev per Chain | Pre-built for Cosmos, EVM, Solana |
Total Cost of Ownership (Year 1) | $400K - $750K+ | $150K - $250K |
Guaranteed Uptime SLA | Your Responsibility | 99.9% Available |
Production Incident Response | Internal On-Call | 24/7 Engineering Support |
Cosmos IBC Banking Hub
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from CTOs and technical founders about building and deploying a secure cross-chain banking hub on Cosmos IBC.
A minimum viable hub with 2-3 connected zones typically deploys in 4-6 weeks. Complex deployments with custom asset types, governance, and 5+ connections average 8-12 weeks. Our phased delivery includes a 2-week discovery & design sprint, followed by iterative development with weekly demos.
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No Sales Fluff10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall