FAQS
General Questions
What is Circle Layer?
Circle Layer is a high-performance, EVM-compatible blockchain platform powered by Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism with AI-enhanced security features, designed to deliver up to 50,000 TPS with 1-3 second finality.
How does Circle Layer differ from Ethereum?
Performance: Up to 50,000 TPS vs 15 TPS
Block Time: 3 seconds vs 12+ seconds
Finality: 1-3 seconds vs 6-10 minutes
Consensus: DPoS vs Proof of Stake
Energy Efficiency: 99.9% less energy consumption
Security: AI-enhanced security features
Gas Fees: Lower fees with CLAYER token
Is Circle Layer EVM compatible?
Yes, Circle Layer is fully EVM compatible, allowing Ethereum developers to easily port their applications using the same tools and libraries.
Technical Questions
How do I connect to Circle Layer testnet?
Configuration for Circle Layer testnet:
// Using ethers.js
const provider = new ethers.providers.JsonRpcProvider('https://testnet-rpc.circlelayer.com');
// Network configuration for MetaMask
{
chainId: '0x6F75', // 28525 in hex
chainName: 'Circle Layer Testnet',
nativeCurrency: {
name: 'CLAYER',
symbol: 'CLAYER',
decimals: 18
},
rpcUrls: ['https://testnet-rpc.circlelayer.com'],
blockExplorerUrls: ['https://explorer-testnet.circlelayer.com']
}Enable WrapCopy
What wallets are supported?
MetaMask (Recommended with testnet configuration)
WalletConnect (Register and follow their guidelines)
Custom Wallets (EVM-compatible software wallets)
Mobile Wallets (Trust Wallet, Rainbow, Coinbase Wallet, etc.)
Note: Ledger and other hardware wallets are NOT currently supported.
Security Questions
What security features are implemented?
DPoS Consensus: Delegated Proof of Stake security model
Multi-Layer Security: Network, validator, and transaction-level protection
Economic Security: Token burn mechanism (25% of transaction fees)
Network Requirements: Minimum 5 active validators for security
What security features are coming in Phase 2?
AI-Enhanced Security: Advanced threat detection targeting 99.8% accuracy
Real-time Monitoring: Continuous threat detection and response
Automated Security Auditing: AI-powered contract analysis
How do I report security issues?
Use our bug bounty program
Contact security team
Follow responsible disclosure protocols
Integration Questions
Is Circle Layer the same as other EVM chains?
Yes, Circle Layer follows standard EVM integration patterns, making it compatible with existing Ethereum development tools and workflows.
Can I use existing Ethereum tools?
Yes, all standard Ethereum development tools work with Circle Layer testnet:
Same Web3 libraries
Same wallet integrations
Same development frameworks
Same smart contract languages (Solidity)
🚧 Development Status & Roadmap
What is the current development status?
Circle Layer is currently in active development and testing phase with the following progress:
Completed Components:
Core blockchain architecture (DPoS consensus)
EVM compatibility layer
Basic smart contract infrastructure
Network configuration and tooling
Documentation and developer resources
In Development:
Testnet deployment and testing
Advanced validator tooling
Enhanced monitoring systems
Cross-chain bridge development
What features are coming in each phase?
Phase 1: Testnet Launch (Current Focus)
Public testnet availability
Faucet and explorer services
Developer tooling and SDKs
Community validator onboarding
Phase 2: Ecosystem Development
DeFi protocol partnerships
Developer grants program
Advanced staking mechanisms
Cross-chain integrations
Phase 3: Mainnet Preparation
Security audits and testing
Performance optimization
Governance system activation
Economic model finalization
Phase 4: Mainnet & Expansion (Future Vision)
Planned mainnet launch
Enterprise partnerships (future goals)
Performance scaling goals
Global ecosystem growth plans
When will testnet be available?
We're currently in the final development and testing phase. Testnet availability will be announced through our official channels when ready.
What makes Circle Layer economically secure?
Circle Layer's economic security is built on several mechanisms:
Stake-based Consensus: Validators must stake CLAYER tokens to participate
Economic Incentives: Validators earn rewards proportional to their stake
Punishment System: Poor performance results in slashing and income loss
Economic Security: Token burn mechanism (25% of transaction fees) [Mainnet only]
How does the fee distribution work?
Circle Layer implements a sophisticated fee distribution system:
Delegator Rewards: 45% from gas fees (distributed by stake proportion)
Validator Rewards: 30% from gas fees (distributed by stake proportion)
Burn Mechanism: 25% of gas fees (stops at 1,000,000 CLAYER threshold) [Mainnet only]
Proportional Distribution: All rewards based on stake percentage
Note: The ETH token launch uses a simplified model with 5% trading fees. Full fee distribution and burn mechanisms will be implemented on mainnet migration.
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