Discrete (XDS)
A Post-Quantum Proof-of-Work Cryptocurrency
Discrete (XDS) is a pre-launch proof-of-work cryptocurrency designed for post-quantum transaction validation from genesis. It uses standardized
ML-KEM-768 for private output delivery and
ML-DSA-65 for spend authorization.
Mining uses
DiscretePower, an identity-bound construction combining SHAKE-256, ML-DSA-65 and a modified yespower memory-hard core.
Solo-Only no Pools. It's not 100% non-outsourceable but you're welcome to try
Key features- 90-second block target
- Post-quantum ownership and receiving
- Deterministic recovery from one mnemonic
- On-chain account numbers and derived deposit addresses
- Payment proofs and Dandelion++ transaction relay
- Transparent amounts and spent-output graph in Phase 1
- Hidden amounts will be implemented in Phase 2 when mature and reviewed
- Decaying emission into a perpetual ~2% annual tail
- No ICO, private sale or separate developer tax
- Transparent 5% Treasury Reserve vested over five years
- Open-source reference implementation
Discrete is undergoing pre-launch testing, protocol hardening and independent review.
Wallets, source code, whitepaper, documentation and network information are or will be available at:
https://discrete.cash Stay tuned for mainnet launch announcement.
