MetaProofs
Cryptographic attestations for meta layer operations
MetaProofs: Proof of X Protocol
MetaProofs are cryptographic attestations designed to operate at the meta layer level, providing a robust framework for Proof of X abstracted with rewards for attestations. Unlike traditional proof mechanisms that operate on a single chain, MetaProofs create a chain-abstracted layer that can validate and attest to operations across multiple network dimensions simultaneously.
At its core, MetaProofs implement a secure event tracking pattern where a source maintains the event authority and deterministically provides a ZK validation hash which allows the validator to attest and receive the reward. The validator could be on the same network (Solana) or cross network (Solana source, Bitcoin Validation).
MetaLayer Abstraction:
What sets MetaProofs apart is their ability to operate at the meta layer level. This abstraction allows the system to:
- Handle Multiple Protocol Types: Support various underlying blockchain protocols without modification.
- Cross-Chain Compatibility: Trustlessly, facilitate operations across different blockchain networks.
- Scalable Validation: Process high-volume transactions without compromising security.
- Flexible Implementation: Adapt to different use cases and requirements
Enhanced Security Through Cryptographic Attestations
MetaProofs support use of many types of cryptographic techniques to ensure the integrity of every operation, this includes:
- Cryptographic Signatures: Multi-party signatures that validate transaction authenticity
- Merkle Proofs: Efficient verification of transaction inclusion in the meta-layer
- Temporal Attestations: Time-bound proofs that prevent replay attacks
- Cross-Reference Validation: Links between related operations for comprehensive audit trails
Real-World Applications
In DeFi applications, MetaProofs can facilitate:
- Cross-chain liquidity pools with verified attestations
- Multi-protocol yield farming with secure reward distribution
- Automated market makers operating across different blockchains
- Zero-TVL Bridging order matching and settlement
In gaming ecosystems, MetaProofs support:
- Cross-platform asset transfers with verified ownership
- Tournament and achievement systems with tamper-proof records
- Marketplace operations with secure transaction attestations
Today we're using MetaProofs to help users Pop Bubbles 🫧 and make predictions🫰on everything from token markets to gaming competitions. Now they can instantly claim their rewards and winnings with no latency or man-in-the-middle.... And I'm totally here for it!
We're validating activity and rolling up to our zk net🩸to standardize reporting and making it easier for anyone to access high-scalable historic data, low latency activity and state across the applications and ecosystems they care about - regardless of the chain of origination.
MetaProofs are the connective tissue helping us on our journey to a MetaChain.
Oh ... and is it quantum-safe? OF COURSE! But that just sounds so gaye to say. Remember Don't be gaye.
These tests demonstrate the attestation pattern:.
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METAPROOF MERKLE VERIFICATION TEST REPORT
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Generated: 2025-07-25T23:11:08.365Z
Total Duration: 502ms
SUMMARY
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Total Tests: 3
✅ Passed: 3
❌ Failed: 0
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DETAILED TEST RESULTS
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🟢 SUCCESSFUL MERKLE VERIFICATIONS
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1. Complex Merkle Proof Verification (4 leaves)
Status: ✅ PASSED
Duration: 30ms
Setup:
- Created 4 leaves from test data
- Built merkle tree: h01=hash(L0+L1), h23=hash(L2+L3)
- Generated root: hash(h01+h23)
- Created proof with enforceMerkle=true
Execution:
- Proof created with merkle root as data
- Transaction executed successfully
Verification:
✓ Verified leaf[0] by providing [leaf[1], h23] as proof
✓ Merkle path: leaf[0] + leaf[1] → h01, h01 + h23 → root
✓ Root successfully reconstructed and matched
2. Simple Merkle Proof Verification (2 leaves)
Status: ✅ PASSED
Duration: 12ms
Setup:
- Created leaf1 and leaf2 from test data
- Generated merkle root using keccak256
- Created proof with enforceMerkle=true
Execution:
- Proof created with merkle root as data
- Transaction executed successfully
Verification:
✓ Verified leaf1 by providing leaf2 as proof
✓ Merkle root reconstructed and matched
3. Invalid Merkle Proof Rejection
Status: ✅ PASSED
Duration: 14ms
Setup:
- Created proof with merkle enforcement enabled
- Stored legitimate merkle root
Execution:
- Attempted verification with fake leaf data
- Provided invalid merkle proof
Verification:
✓ No verification details
🔴 EXPECTED FAILURE CASES (Negative Testing)
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1. Invalid Merkle Proof Rejection
Status: ✅ CORRECTLY REJECTED
Duration: 14ms
Scenario: Program rejects invalid merkle proof
Error Details:
- Code: 6008
- Message: "invalidMerkleProof: Invalid merkle proof"
- Result: Program correctly rejected invalid input ✓
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MERKLE TREE STRUCTURE
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Simple 2-Leaf Tree:
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root
/ \
leaf1 leaf2
Complex 4-Leaf Tree:
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root
/ \
h01 h23
/ \ / \
L0 L1 L2 L3
Where:
- h01 = keccak256(L0 + L1)
- h23 = keccak256(L2 + L3)
- root = keccak256(h01 + h23)
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TEST CONCLUSION
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✅ All merkle proof verifications work correctly
✅ Invalid proofs are properly rejected
✅ Missing proofs trigger appropriate errors
✅ Keccak256 hashing matches Solana implementation
Status: ALL TESTS PASSING 🎉
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Special thanks to @eternitybro for co-authoring MetaProofs!