March 2025 | End of Month Report

Autonomys continued our strong trajectory in March, preparing for the upcoming Phase-2 Mainnet launch with critical infrastructure near completion. Cross-domain messaging (XDM) underwent rigorous stress testing with over 400K transfers, while audits progress steadily toward closure.

Technical improvements in the DSN have enhanced data retrieval speeds. On the GTM front, data-focused integrations with Vana and Ringfence reflect the project’s strategic pivot toward real-world AI data pipelines. Community momentum remains high following successful hackathons, education initiatives like the revamped Autonomys Academy, and key wallet integrations (e.g. Talisman). Strategic media wins and partner announcements reinforce Autonomys’ positioning as a leading infrastructure layer for AI3.0.

With the core protocol now feature-complete, Autonomys is entering the final stretch toward Mainnet Phase-2.

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Phase-2 Launch Readiness

• Cross-Domain Messaging (XDM) stress testing has been underway, with nearly half a million XDM transfers completed over the last two weeks and additional transactions being processed.
• This thorough testing has successfully identified several issues that the engineering team is now actively addressing.
• The final protocol audit is progressing steadily with only a small number of critical PRs remaining for review.

Data Access Layer

• Substantial performance enhancements have been implemented for piece retrieval from the DSN, greatly improving performance for cache misses from Auto Drive.

Data-Focused Integrations: We are executing the first phase of our product strategy, which focuses on getting data into the DSN to balance the supply-demand curve. Our GTM for data aggregation targets three verticals: agents, developers, and integrations. While agents currently serve as PoCs for storing data on-chain, we are now implementing integrations through formal agreements with Vana and Ringfence. Once we gain momentum with data aggregation, we will shift our focus to the second phase of our strategy — improving data and AI output quality.

Onboarded Partners:

• Talisman Wallet: Talisman is a versatile, multi-chain web3 wallet designed to be intuitive for newcomers yet powerful for experienced users. Talisman’s integration with Autonomys’ consensus chain, Taurus testnet, and Auto EVM domain will significantly enhance our ecosystem’s functionality, accessibility and interoperability, as well as provide a top-tier onboarding experience to the Autonomys Network and our native token $AI3. In the coming months, we will be launching incentivized education and onboarding campaigns with Talisman.
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Technical Integrations Update:

• Vana Integration: We have planned the next phase of our engagement with Vana which includes having Autonomys as a preferred DSN solution within the official Vana documentation. Our primary goal is to collaborate with Vana on co-launching their Data Access v0, while exploring differing use cases for the DSN based on user demand.
• Ringfence AI Integration: We entered into an agreement to provide decentralized data storage for Ringfence’s agentic platform initiatives. The product integration process is expected to take several weeks.
• Secret Network Integration: We’re actively collaborating with Secret Network to develop a PoC for a trusted execution environment (TEE)-based system that enables confidential and verifiable execution of AI agent code. This will mark a first in the agentic ecosystem — bringing trustless privacy to autonomous AI operations.

Data Streams and Agents: We are exploring ways to extend our agent framework by collaborating with real-time data providers. Our focus is on enabling Autonomys Agents to process real-time data feeds and store them in the DSN for long-term use. This exploration will continue through Q1, with public updates expected in Q2.

HackSecret 5 Highlights & Post-Hackathon Developer Momentum

As a result of our collaborative hackathon, HackSecret 5, with Secret Network and DoraHacks, the Autonomys developer community experienced a notable increase in participation, activity, and interest. Following the winners’ announcement, all challenge submissions were migrated to the Autonomys Community GitHub repository to ensure long-term visibility for developers seeking additional application examples. Three standout applications were deployed on Autonomys’ servers, making them continuously accessible for the community to explore and learn from.

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• 1st: Blockchain Oracle — Track 1: Unstoppable AI Agents with Autonomys Agents Framework
  AgentMint.AI is an innovative platform that combines blockchain technology with AI to create and manage meme coins and agents across multiple blockchains.
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• 2nd: HaryStyles — Track 2: Build with Auto Drive — Permanent Decentralized Storage
  Decentralized Collaborative File Repository (DCFR) gives users control over file access through collective DAO governance, ensuring privacy and resistance to censorship. The application leverages Auto Drive’s permanent storage capabilities to store files securely, while access is granted only to approved members based on DAO decisions, protecting sensitive data from unauthorized viewing.
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• 3rd: IPFS Force — Track 2: Build with Auto Drive — Permanent Decentralized Storage
  Autonomous Copilot is an AI-powered data management and decision-making tool built on the Autonomys Network, designed to help users securely store fragmented data while making informed decisions. By leveraging the Autonomys DSN, Autonomous Copilot ensures long-term data persistence and efficient data processing. The project exemplifies how Auto Drive can be integrated with AI to create intelligent data management solutions that preserve information integrity indefinitely.
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Midwest Block-a-thon Sponsor

Autonomys, alongside Ripple, Pinata Cloud, DablClub, and Sonic Labs, sponsored the first-ever blockchain hackathon at the Kansas University — Blockchain Institute (KUBI) — bringing together over 200 builders to explore innovation at the intersection of AI and web3. The Autonomys Challenge invited participants to create unstoppable data experiences using the Autonomys Decentralized Storage Network (DSN). Students gained hands-on experience with the Auto SDK, Auto Agents Framework, Space Acres, and Astral. One standout submission earned its creator a $1,000 USD prize.

• Winner: Tej Gumaste — The Challenge: Unstoppable Data for AI
  DAIM (Decentralized AI Marketplace) is a decentralized, open-source platform where AI innovators can share their models and datasets with the community — without worrying about losing ownership or relying on centralized platforms.
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Game of Domains: Crossing the Narrow Sea

As part of our commitment to a seamless Mainnet Phase-2 launch, we’ve initiated Crossing the Narrow Sea — the first incentivized Trial of Innovation under the Game of Domains. This critical testing phase focuses on Cross-Domain Messaging (XDM), enabling community members to execute and validate transactions between the consensus chain and the Auto EVM domain. By participating, users not only help identify wallet UX improvements and strengthen network interoperability, but also earn reward points. With over 600 operators already engaged in Stage 0 and 400K XDM transfers processed, this trial marks a significant step forward in ensuring a robust and reliable staking experience for all.

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Autonomys — Under the Hood | The Architecture of the Foundation Layer for AI3.0

As part of our ongoing effort to increase awareness and understanding of the Autonomys architecture, we released an explainer video that breaks down its core components in a clear and accessible way. In parallel, we continue striving to grow our farmer network and drive new integrations as we steadily progress toward our go-to-market.

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Autonomys Academy Revamped for Mainnet Phase-2

In preparation for Mainnet Phase-2, the Autonomys Academy has been fully revamped to better support new users, developers, and contributors. The updated resource hub now features a dedicated section on the Autonomys vision, a comprehensive architecture breakdown, and a new Auto Suite section — including an introduction to Auto Agents. The $AI3 page has also been refreshed, and video demos and use cases have been added to enhance learning and exploration.

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Introducing Autonomys Core

To reinforce the Autonomys brand and improve discoverability across key touchpoints, we’ve launched Autonomys Core — a recurring content series focused on education, clarity, and engagement. Each post highlights a fundamental aspect of Autonomys — from our vision and accessible farming, to the Auto SDK, Auto Agents, ecosystem growth, and community channels — with clear explanations and direct calls to action. Whether someone is encountering Autonomys for the first time or looking to get more deeply involved, this series is designed to make our vision, products, and community easier to explore and engage with.

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Key Media Wins

CEO Todd Ruoff

• Authority Magazine — Guardians of AI: Todd Ruoff Of Autonomys On How AI Leaders Are Keeping AI Safe, Ethical, Responsible, and True
• The Street
• i) Trump’s White House crypto summit could be a turning point for U.S. policy, experts say
• ii) Trump’s 50% tariff hike brings ‘volatility’ and ‘instability’ to crypto markets: Experts
• iii) Trump’s tariffs could push Bitcoin below $75,000 in 2025, experts say
• The Defiant
• i) DeFi TVL Drops $50B, Wiping Out Gains from Cycle Highs
• ii) Blackrock’s BUIDL and Ondo Crack $1 Billion as Tokenized Treasuries Hit All-Time High

CTO Jeremy Frank

• The Street — ‘AI that remembers’: Jeremy Frank on blockchain, autonomous agents, and the future of software

Head of Research Chen Feng

• CoinTelegraph — THORChain at crossroads: Decentralization clashes with illicit activity

CMO Peter Nguyen

• The Defiant — Should THORChain Have Processed Bybit Hack Funds? Industry is Split

Phase-2 Internal Working Roadmap

We are approaching the launch of Mainnet Phase-2 with strong momentum across all key areas. The protocol is now feature-complete and undergoing a comprehensive audit by SR Labs. Our team remains laser-focused on delivering a secure and precise launch.

We are also looking towards post-Phase-2 in order to ensure strategic alignment for network sustainability, longevity, as well as the continued momentum of a successful launch. Partnership outreach will expand as we look cross-chain to enable interoperability and amongst other EVM-compatible networks.

Phase-2 remains our next major milestone, but in many ways it signals the start of the Autonomys Network.

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March was a turning point — not just for the protocol, but for the community driving it forward. We saw our progress towards our network’s technical integrations with AI data networks, developer interest ramping, and over 400,000 XDM transfers stress-tested by you, the community. We launched new tools, updated the Academy, expanded our ecosystem, and started bringing long-term partners deeper into the fold. The vision we’ve been building together is no longer theoretical — it’s operational.

Phase-2 is no longer on the horizon. It’s coming into focus. What comes next isn’t just about going live — it’s about going big.

Let’s make history.

— Todd Ruoff
[CEO, Autonomys]
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