Key Features
Circle Layer offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to meet the needs of modern blockchain applications. This section details the practical implementation and current capabilities of our platform.
Current Network Configuration
Network Details:
- Chain ID: 28525 | Currency: CLAYER tokens
- RPC Endpoint: https://testnet-rpc.circlelayer.com
- WebSocket: wss://testnet-rpc.circlelayer.com
- Block Explorer: https://explorer-testnet.circlelayer.com
- Faucet: https://faucet.circlelayer.com
Performance Specifications:
- Block Time: 3 seconds | Finality: 1-3 seconds
- Gas Price: Minimum 0.000021 CLAYER | Block Gas Limit: 10,000,000,000,000
- Network Uptime: 99.95% (Last 30 days) | Energy Efficiency: 99.9% less than PoW
Technical Implementation
Security & Consensus
- DPoS Consensus: Delegated Proof of Stake security model with minimum 5 active validators
- Staking Requirements: 100,000 CLAYER minimum stake
- Validator Network: Maximum 21 validators supported
Development Integration
- EVM Compatibility: Full compatibility with existing Ethereum tooling
- Library Support: Web3.js, Ethers.js, Viem integration
- Development Tools: Hardhat, Truffle, Remix, Foundry compatible
- Wallet Integration: MetaMask, WalletConnect, and custom wallet support
Economic Features
- Deflationary Economics: 25% from gas fees burned (maximum 1,000,000 CLAYER) [Mainnet only]
- Stake-based Rewards: Higher stake = higher rewards proportionally
- Developer Revenue: Gas fee sharing with smart contract deployers
Note: Advanced economic mechanisms apply to Circle Layer mainnet. Current testnet uses simplified economics.
Development Status Overview
| Service | Status | Readiness |
|---|---|---|
| RPC API | 🟡 Ready for Testing | Infrastructure Complete |
| WebSocket | 🟡 Ready for Testing | Infrastructure Complete |
| Block Explorer | 🟡 Ready for Testing | Infrastructure Complete |
| GraphQL | 🔄 In Development | Coming Soon |
Current vs Future Comparison
| Feature | Current Testnet | In Development |
|---|---|---|
| Block Time | 3s | Optimized |
| Finality | 1-3s | Enhanced |
| Consensus | DPoS | Advanced DPoS |
| Staking | Manual | Smart Contracts |
| Governance | Manual | On-chain |
| Bridges | N/A | Cross-chain |
| Oracles | N/A | Decentralized |
Current vs Future Comparison
Block Time
Current Testnet
3s
In Development
Optimized
Finality
Current Testnet
1-3s
In Development
Enhanced
Consensus
Current Testnet
DPoS
In Development
Advanced DPoS
Staking
Current Testnet
Manual
In Development
Smart Contracts
Governance
Current Testnet
Manual
In Development
On-chain
Bridges
Current Testnet
N/A
In Development
Cross-chain
Oracles
Current Testnet
N/A
In Development
Decentralized
Practical Implementation Notes
For Developers
- Network Access: Development & testing phase with 99.95% uptime target
- Gas Efficiency: Predictable costs with CLAYER token pricing
- Example Contracts: Reference implementation at 0xfCb4Ce5953dE22cbF04d015df88a3a9895E86bEB
- Integration Patterns: Standard EVM development workflows apply
For Validators
- Minimum Requirements: 5 active validators for network security
- Economic Incentives: Gas fee distribution based on staking proportion
- Network Participation: Manual setup currently, smart contracts in development
For Users
- Wallet Support: MetaMask recommended with testnet configuration
- Network Testing: Free testnet tokens via faucet (1 CLAYER per day)
- Transaction Experience: 1-3 second confirmation times
- Block Explorer: Real-time transaction tracking available
Next Steps
For implementation guidance: