The future of blockchain communication is here. Today, we're excited to announce the release of IMP (Instant Messaging Protocol), a revolutionary L2 Parallel Subnetwork (L2PS) that transforms how blockchain networks handle real-time communication while maintaining the security and decentralization principles that make Web3 powerful.

IMP represents a fundamental shift in how we think about blockchain communication. Unlike traditional messaging systems that operate separately from blockchain infrastructure, IMP is built directly into the Demos Network as a mandatory L2PS component that runs parallel to our main chain operations.

Think of IMP as a high-speed communication highway that runs alongside Demos' main blockchain infrastructure. While the main chain handles transaction finality and consensus, IMP enables instant, verifiable communication between nodes, applications, and users without clogging the primary network with every message or data exchange.

IMP leverages Demos' existing peer network to create direct communication channels between nodes. Since every IMP node is also a Demos node, it inherits the full peer network from the beginning, eliminating the traditional weakness of L2 networks that must build connections from scratch.

By building a dynamic, verifiable and unpredictable chain of IMP nodes, the L2PS is able to quickly and safely certify many types of data that don't require immediate finality or that don't require finality at all.

Here's how a typical IMP communication flow works:

1. Initiation: A user initiates a communication request through the Demos SDK

2. Network Discovery: The Demos RPC uses the established IMP network to propagate discovery requests

3. Direct Connection: Due to network redundancy, target users or services are found almost immediately

4. Secure Channel: Communication occurs through encrypted, verifiable channels protected by post-quantum cryptographic signatures

5. Garbage Collection: Routine management ensures network health and efficiency

While "Instant Messaging Protocol" might suggest IMP is only for chat applications, its capabilities extend far beyond traditional messaging:

Applications can use IMP for immediate state updates, user notifications, and cross-chain event coordination without waiting for block confirmations.

IMP enables seamless communication between different blockchain networks, allowing applications to coordinate actions across multiple chains in real-time.

IMP leverages Demos' advanced Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) module to ensure communications remain secure even against future quantum computing threats. While traditional cryptographic methods may become vulnerable as quantum computing advances, IMP's PQC signatures provide long-term security guarantees for all communications.

We're thrilled to announce that Crux Decussata, a team singularly focused on advancing blockchain privacy, is building their own dedicated L2PS using IMP as the foundation for their comprehensive privacy-first solution.

Privacy-Native L2PS Architecture As privacy specialists, Crux Decussata built their L2PS from the ground up with IMP's real-time communication as the foundation for comprehensive protection, rather than adding encryption as an afterthought.

Dynamic Privacy Context Switching Their privacy-centric approach creates "privacy contexts" that can be dynamically established and torn down, allowing seamless transitions between privacy levels without exposing any user activities.

Cross-Chain Privacy Coordination Coordinates sophisticated privacy-preserving operations across multiple networks through IMP's real-time coordination layer, ensuring protection spans the entire blockchain ecosystem.

Their implementation will showcase IMP's versatility as the backbone for a privacy-focused ecosystem combining:

• Private Instant Messaging: Encrypted communications with post-quantum protection

• Anonymous Swaps: Privacy-preserving exchanges using Demos infrastructure

• Cross-Chain Privacy: Seamless private operations across networks

"As a privacy-focused team, we've built our own L2PS that uses IMP as a privacy-native coordination layer," explained a Crux Decussata technical lead. "Every component is designed with privacy as the primary concern."

Their L2PS enables instantaneous private operations, quantum-resistant privacy guarantees, cross-network privacy consistency, and comprehensive metadata protection—demonstrating IMP's power as the foundation for next-generation privacy infrastructure.

in private not just today, but well into the future as computing technology evolves."

One of IMP's most significant advantages is its integration with Demos' Post-Quantum Cryptography module. As quantum computing continues to advance, traditional cryptographic methods face potential vulnerability. IMP addresses this challenge proactively by implementing quantum-resistant signature schemes that ensure long-term security.

This forward-thinking approach means:

Messages and transactions secured with IMP's PQC signatures will remain secure even as quantum computing technology advances.

Demos' modular architecture allows for cryptographic algorithm updates through consensus, ensuring the network can adapt to emerging security requirements without disruption.

Organizations can confidently build on IMP knowing their communications infrastructure will remain secure against both current and future threats.

Current blockchain applications face a fundamental limitation: they must choose between speed and decentralization when it comes to real-time features. Traditional solutions often rely on centralized servers for instant communication, breaking the decentralized promise of Web3.

IMP solves this dilemma by providing:

Unlike bolt-on messaging solutions, IMP is built into the Demos Network's core architecture, ensuring seamless integration with blockchain operations.

Every IMP node is a full Demos node, inheriting the network's decentralized properties while adding instant communication capabilities.

IMP's parallel design means communication volume doesn't impact main chain performance, allowing for massive scale without congestion.

Built-in post-quantum cryptographic signatures ensure that speed doesn't come at the cost of long-term security.

IMP represents more than just a messaging protocol—it's a key building block for the Omniweb vision. As we continue to expand Demos' capabilities, IMP will serve as the communication backbone that enables instant, secure, and private interactions across all connected networks and contexts.

The release of IMP marks a significant step in our journey toward creating a truly unified internet where Web2 and Web3 technologies work seamlessly together. With partners like Crux Decussata already building innovative solutions, we're excited to see how the developer community will leverage IMP to create the next generation of decentralized applications.

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The future of blockchain communication is here. Today, we're excited to announce the release of IMP (Instant Messaging Protocol), a revolutionary L2 Parallel Subnetwork (L2PS) that transforms how blockchain networks handle real-time communication while maintaining the security and decentralization principles that make Web3 powerful.

IMP represents a fundamental shift in how we think about blockchain communication. Unlike traditional messaging systems that operate separately from blockchain infrastructure, IMP is built directly into the Demos Network as a mandatory L2PS component that runs parallel to our main chain operations.

Think of IMP as a high-speed communication highway that runs alongside Demos' main blockchain infrastructure. While the main chain handles transaction finality and consensus, IMP enables instant, verifiable communication between nodes, applications, and users without clogging the primary network with every message or data exchange.

IMP leverages Demos' existing peer network to create direct communication channels between nodes. Since every IMP node is also a Demos node, it inherits the full peer network from the beginning, eliminating the traditional weakness of L2 networks that must build connections from scratch.

By building a dynamic, verifiable and unpredictable chain of IMP nodes, the L2PS is able to quickly and safely certify many types of data that don't require immediate finality or that don't require finality at all.

Here's how a typical IMP communication flow works:

1. Initiation: A user initiates a communication request through the Demos SDK

2. Network Discovery: The Demos RPC uses the established IMP network to propagate discovery requests

3. Direct Connection: Due to network redundancy, target users or services are found almost immediately

4. Secure Channel: Communication occurs through encrypted, verifiable channels protected by post-quantum cryptographic signatures

5. Garbage Collection: Routine management ensures network health and efficiency

While "Instant Messaging Protocol" might suggest IMP is only for chat applications, its capabilities extend far beyond traditional messaging:

Applications can use IMP for immediate state updates, user notifications, and cross-chain event coordination without waiting for block confirmations.

IMP enables seamless communication between different blockchain networks, allowing applications to coordinate actions across multiple chains in real-time.

IMP leverages Demos' advanced Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) module to ensure communications remain secure even against future quantum computing threats. While traditional cryptographic methods may become vulnerable as quantum computing advances, IMP's PQC signatures provide long-term security guarantees for all communications.

We're thrilled to announce that Crux Decussata, a team singularly focused on advancing blockchain privacy, is building their own dedicated L2PS using IMP as the foundation for their comprehensive privacy-first solution.

Privacy-Native L2PS Architecture As privacy specialists, Crux Decussata built their L2PS from the ground up with IMP's real-time communication as the foundation for comprehensive protection, rather than adding encryption as an afterthought.

Dynamic Privacy Context Switching Their privacy-centric approach creates "privacy contexts" that can be dynamically established and torn down, allowing seamless transitions between privacy levels without exposing any user activities.

Cross-Chain Privacy Coordination Coordinates sophisticated privacy-preserving operations across multiple networks through IMP's real-time coordination layer, ensuring protection spans the entire blockchain ecosystem.

Their implementation will showcase IMP's versatility as the backbone for a privacy-focused ecosystem combining:

• Private Instant Messaging: Encrypted communications with post-quantum protection

• Anonymous Swaps: Privacy-preserving exchanges using Demos infrastructure

• Cross-Chain Privacy: Seamless private operations across networks

"As a privacy-focused team, we've built our own L2PS that uses IMP as a privacy-native coordination layer," explained a Crux Decussata technical lead. "Every component is designed with privacy as the primary concern."

Their L2PS enables instantaneous private operations, quantum-resistant privacy guarantees, cross-network privacy consistency, and comprehensive metadata protection—demonstrating IMP's power as the foundation for next-generation privacy infrastructure.

in private not just today, but well into the future as computing technology evolves."

One of IMP's most significant advantages is its integration with Demos' Post-Quantum Cryptography module. As quantum computing continues to advance, traditional cryptographic methods face potential vulnerability. IMP addresses this challenge proactively by implementing quantum-resistant signature schemes that ensure long-term security.

This forward-thinking approach means:

Messages and transactions secured with IMP's PQC signatures will remain secure even as quantum computing technology advances.

Demos' modular architecture allows for cryptographic algorithm updates through consensus, ensuring the network can adapt to emerging security requirements without disruption.

Organizations can confidently build on IMP knowing their communications infrastructure will remain secure against both current and future threats.

Current blockchain applications face a fundamental limitation: they must choose between speed and decentralization when it comes to real-time features. Traditional solutions often rely on centralized servers for instant communication, breaking the decentralized promise of Web3.

IMP solves this dilemma by providing:

Unlike bolt-on messaging solutions, IMP is built into the Demos Network's core architecture, ensuring seamless integration with blockchain operations.

Every IMP node is a full Demos node, inheriting the network's decentralized properties while adding instant communication capabilities.

IMP's parallel design means communication volume doesn't impact main chain performance, allowing for massive scale without congestion.

Built-in post-quantum cryptographic signatures ensure that speed doesn't come at the cost of long-term security.

IMP represents more than just a messaging protocol—it's a key building block for the Omniweb vision. As we continue to expand Demos' capabilities, IMP will serve as the communication backbone that enables instant, secure, and private interactions across all connected networks and contexts.

The release of IMP marks a significant step in our journey toward creating a truly unified internet where Web2 and Web3 technologies work seamlessly together. With partners like Crux Decussata already building innovative solutions, we're excited to see how the developer community will leverage IMP to create the next generation of decentralized applications.

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