Built on Thoreum

Side Layers: stablecoin-native networks for the real world.

Thoreum Side Layers are dedicated EVM chains where the gas is the same stablecoin you send. Launching with USDT, followed by USDC and other major stablecoins. Fees are predictable, accounting-friendly, and ready for global adoption.

How Side Layers Work

A family of stablecoin-native EVM networks connected to Thoreum. Each network uses its stablecoin for gas — no wrapping, no synthetic peg. The main chain (PoW) remains the settlement backbone and value anchor.

Dedicated Networks

First: USDT Side Layer. Next: USDC Side Layer. Tuned for payments, exchanges, and settlement — with fees paid directly in the native stablecoin.

USDT (gas: USDT) USDC (gas: USDC)

Stable Fees

Gas price is expressed directly in the stablecoin (e.g., $0.001). Users see exact dollar amounts — no mental conversions, no volatile pricing.

Typical minimum fee ~ $0.001 (illustrative)

EVM, Without Friction

Full Solidity/EVM compatibility. Existing dApps, wallets, and infrastructure work out of the box; explorers display $‑denominated fees.

Solidity • RPC • MetaMask • Bridges

Fee Flow & Incentives

Every on‑chain transaction on a Side Layer pays a small fee in the stablecoin. Those fees are split to sustain the network and strengthen Thoreum.

Where Fees Go

  • 80% — Validators / Operators on the Side Layer
  • 20%THR buyback & support (market purchases / treasury for ecosystem support)

This links Side Layer usage directly to THR demand — without changing gas mechanics on the Side Layers themselves.

Illustrative Split

Each fee unit (for example, 1.00) is split across network roles.

80%Validators
20%THR Buyback & Support

Architecture at a Glance

Side Layers prioritize UX and throughput, while the Thoreum main chain anchors security, issuance, and ecosystem value. Bridges move assets between layers with finality checks.

Thoreum Side Layers Architecture Diagram Shows Thoreum PoW main chain connected via bridges to USDT and USDC side layers. Fee flow returns buyback to THR. Thoreum Main Chain (PoW) Security • Issuance • Settlement Bridges USDT Side Layer Gas: USDT • ~1s blocks USDC Side Layer Gas: USDC • High TPS 20% fees → THR buyback & support

Developer Preview

Side Layers speak EVM. If you can deploy on Ethereum, you can deploy here. We aim for a familiar toolchain with clear $‑denominated fee display.

CompatibilitySolidity • EVM • JSON‑RPC
WalletsMetaMask and EVM wallets
Blocks~1s targets
ExplorersShow fees in $ units

Early docs will cover RPC endpoints, bridging guides, and gas‑in‑stablecoin mechanics for dApps and custodians.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why build Side Layers when Thoreum already exists?

PoW Thoreum is the decentralized base for issuance, mining, and value. Side Layers are purpose‑built for mainstream transactions with stable fees and high throughput. Together they balance security with usability.

Which stablecoins are supported first?

We plan to start with USDT, followed by USDC, then expand to other major stablecoins as integrations mature.

How do fees support THR?

On each Side Layer, 20% of transaction fees are allocated to THR buybacks & ecosystem support. This links network usage directly to THR demand.

Are Side Layers EVM compatible?

Yes. Developers can use familiar EVM tooling: Solidity, JSON‑RPC, common wallets, and explorers that display dollar‑denominated fees.

How are assets moved between layers?

Bridges facilitate transfers between Thoreum and the Side Layers, with finality checks and monitoring. Details will be published ahead of public access.