Introduction to the Super World Computer Project: Leading the Way to Future Web3

Ethereum and its Layer 2 solutions are turning the vision of a "world computer" into reality: a permissionless global operating system designed to replace centralized trust intermediaries.

However, to truly serve global users, the world computer still faces numerous challenges, including high off-chain computation verification costs, performance bottlenecks of the EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine), on-chain storage limitations, migration barriers for Web2 users, and reliance on centralized frontends.

To address the existing challenges, we are launching the Super World Computer (SWC): a highly customizable Layer 2 based on the OP Stack, featuring the following five highlights:

• Non-transferable Soul Gas Token: Reduces the onboarding cost for users and simplifies the transition from Web2 to Web3.
• Parallel EVM execution: Enhances performance and reduces latency.
• Integrated EthStorage as Layer 3: Supports long-term, low-cost storage for large-scale data.
• New web3:// standard: Supports fully decentralized on-chain applications and dynamic websites.
• Advanced fault-proof algorithms: Reduces verification costs and accelerates settlement times.

What is the Super World Computer?

QuarkChain's newly launched Super World Computer (SWC) project is a Layer 2 blockchain designed for decentralized AI applications, offering unparalleled scalability and security. By introducing innovative Gas Tokens, scalable on-chain storage based on EthStorage, the web3:// access protocol, and fast fault-proof algorithms, it provides a perfect infrastructure for on-chain AI, full-chain gaming, and decentralized social platforms.

As an important participant in the Ethereum ecosystem, QuarkChain serves as a testing ground for advancements in EVM and OP Stack technologies, setting a benchmark for the next generation of Layer 2 solutions.

Key Features of the Super World Computer

• Soul Gas Token
  SWC Layer 2 offers a non-transferable Gas Token called Soul Gas Token to pay transaction fees for new users. Distributed through airdrops, it lowers the initial usage cost for users, allowing them to pay for Gas without purchasing Gas Tokens.
• Breaking EVM performance limits through parallelization
  Parallel EVM utilizes technologies such as Programmable Access Lists and Intelligent I/O Preloading to achieve parallel execution of programs and data reading, significantly enhancing execution speed.
• EthStorage as programmable large-scale storage for L3
  SWC Layer 2 will integrate EthStorage as Layer 3, reducing storage costs to about 1/10,000 of the mainnet. This feature is supported by ESP Grants.
• Web3:// access protocol - Transforming EVM into unstoppable web servers
  The web3:// standard supports seamless access to on-chain resources, transforming the EVM into an unstoppable decentralized web server, paving the way for a fully decentralized network.
• Advanced Fault Proof Algorithm based on OP
  SWC Layer 2 has built an advanced fault-proof algorithm based on the OP Stack, improving the efficiency of dispute resolution. This algorithm significantly reduces the number of on-chain interactions and Gas costs while accelerating settlement times. This project has received support from OP Grants.

Development Progress

Beta Testnet: The Next Step for Super World Computer Layer 2

We have completed the development and testing of the initial version of the SWC Layer 2 Alpha testnet, with core features including the use of the test version of QKC ERC20 Token as the Gas Token for L2, and the implementation of Inbox contract functionality in the OP Stack, allowing on-chain smart contracts to verify off-chain batch data. This functionality also supports decentralized sorting networks and long-term BLOB storage via EthStorage Layer 2.

We are about to launch the Beta testnet, which will include the integration of EthStorage as Layer 3 and the introduction of the Soul Gas Token, a non-transferable Gas Token aimed at driving mass adoption of Web2 users. To support EthStorage as L3, we have enabled BLOB transaction functionality on OP Stack Layer 2, which is crucial for achieving programmable storage capabilities.

Funding from Optimism

QuarkChain and its ecosystem partner EthStorage have received Optimism funding in four key research areas and are working closely with OP Labs to make meaningful progress:

1. Research on Alternative OP Stack Zero-Knowledge Fault Proof Using WASM

2. Research and Development on Multi-Section Dispute Game

3. Extend the Availability of EIP-4844 Blobs by Integrating OP Stack

4. Retro 5 Grant from Optimism on Research and development on multi-section fault dispute game (joint work with EthStorage)

Roadmap

Technical Milestones

(Due to the collaborative nature of much of the work with partners such as OP Labs and EthStorage, the final timeline may be subject to adjustments.)

2024 Q3 (Completed)

We have successfully launched the first SWC L2 alpha testnet, using the test SWC ERC20 token as a custom gas token. Additionally, we will introduce the Inbox contract functionality in the OP Stack - this feature allows on-chain smart contracts to verify off-chain batch data. This functionality will enable features such as decentralized sequencer networks and long-term BLOB storage via EthStorage L2.

2024 Q4/2025 Q1 (In Progress)
We plan to launch the SWC L2 Beta testnet, with new features including the integration of EthStorage as Layer 3 and the introduction of the Soul Gas Token. To support EthStorage as Layer 3, we will also enable BLOB transaction functionality on OP Stack Layer 2, which is crucial for achieving programmable storage capabilities. Meanwhile, we are conducting extensive testing, including unit tests, end-to-end tests, integration tests, and Devnet tests, to ensure high-quality code.

2025 H1
As the Beta testnet matures, we plan to launch the SWC Layer 2 mainnet with a default fault-tolerant implementation. At the same time, we will work closely with OP Labs to promote upstream features, including Inbox contracts and custom Gas Token fault tolerance, which will be part of the OP Stack Holocene (or future) upgrades. Additionally, we will introduce advanced multi-section fault-proof mechanisms on the internal testnet.

2025 H2
Once our multi-section fault tolerance mechanism matures and passes audits, we plan to deploy it to the mainnet. Meanwhile, we will launch a high-performance EVM testing environment on SWC Layer 2.

In the coming year, we plan to launch the SWC Layer 2 mainnet with a default fault-proof implementation. At the same time, we will work closely with OP Labs to promote upstream feature development, including Inbox contracts and custom Gas Token fault tolerance, incorporating these features into future upgrades of the OP Stack. Additionally, we will introduce advanced multi-section fault-proof mechanisms on the public testnet.

Community Milestones

We will regularly hold online AMA sessions to establish close connections with the community, actively collecting and answering questions.

As the mainnet launch approaches, core Token metrics (including the allocation of Soul Gas Tokens) will be determined through community governance voting. Early adopters will also receive airdrops of Soul Gas Tokens, a non-transferable Token specifically for gas fees within the QuarkChain ecosystem. This Token will play a key role in strengthening our ecosystem by attracting a large number of Web2 users.

Community is Core: Get Involved Now

The community is the most central part of the entire vision of the world computer. The Beta testnet is not just a technical milestone - here we call on the community to actively participate, share feedback, and help us shape the future roadmap.

To commemorate this pivotal moment, come join our first community event: https://app.galxe.com/quest/QuarkChain