Silvana Fundamentals
Silvana's architecture is built on several key principles that set it apart from other blockchain solutions:
True ZK Integration
Unlike many "privacy" solutions that rely on partial trust, Silvana is a comprehensive cryptography-driven system. Our platform implements true zero-knowledge proofs at its core, ensuring complete privacy while maintaining verifiability.
Private Data Proving & Enforcement
Unlike typical public blockchain solutions, Silvana generates proofs without exposing underlying data. It leverages decentralized data availability and enforced computational rules to mitigate the risk of data manipulation.
Enforced Computational Rules
All data and transactions adhere to cryptographically guaranteed logic, preventing manipulation. This ensures the integrity of operations while maintaining privacy.
Modular, Scalable Architecture
Silvana offers plug-and-play components suitable for various industries, minimizing integration friction. Our modular design allows for:
- Easy customization
- Flexible deployment
- Seamless scalability
- Industry-specific adaptations
ZK Complexity Hidden from the User
Users can interact via REST APIs and SQL interfaces without in-depth blockchain expertise. We abstract away the complexity of:
- Zero-knowledge proofs
- Cryptographic operations
- Blockchain interactions
Blockchain-Agnostic & Expandable
Silvana integrates with multiple blockchain platforms and services:
- Mina
- SUI
- Walrus
- IPFS
- "Project Untitled" for data availability
- Any blockchain supporting ZK proofs
Object-Centric Model
This model focuses on assets and events rather than just accounts, enabling flexible and intuitive solutions. Benefits include:
- Natural business process mapping
- Improved data organization
- Enhanced traceability
- Better scalability
Decentralized Data Availability with Staking
More robust than SLA agreements, this approach ensures data remains available and tamper-resistant on a permissionless layer, utilizing staked nodes for resilience. Key features:
- Distributed data storage
- Stake-based security
- High availability
- Tamper resistance
What We Are vs. What We Are Not
| We Are | We Are Not |
|---|---|
| Modular, scalable engine for provable records | Settlement Layer |
| ZK proof computations | Consensus layer |
| Enforced computational rules | Proof system |
| Decentralized prover network | |
| Ecosystem | |
| Cloud service for enterprises, ensuring data privacy and security | |
| ZK and blockchain complexities are hidden from the end user | |
| Standard REST APIs and SQL interfaces | |
| Decentralized data availability | |
| Marketplace |
We use existing solutions for the settlement and consensus layers and proof systems and successfully integrate them into Silvana.