At P2P.org, we’re examining Monad's architecture and potential implications for the web3 ecosystem. Here's what makes this protocol worth watching.
Blockchain networks today face a constant trade-off between performance, scalability, and developer accessibility. While some chains prioritize speed and parallelism, others focus on ecosystem maturity and tooling. Monad bridges both worlds by combining high-throughput performance with full EVM compatibility.
Monad's core technical proposition combines two main elements: Full EVM Compatibility, which enables developers to work with familiar Ethereum tooling and code bases, and Parallel Transaction Execution, which allows multiple independent transactions to run simultaneously. This architectural approach positions Monad as a potential bridge between Ethereum's developer ecosystem and the performance capabilities seen in alternative Layer 1 solutions. For teams working within the Ethereum ecosystem, this could reduce friction when exploring higher-throughput environments.
Monad’s EVM compatibility allows for easy implementation of bridging solutions and cross-chain applications, eliminating the need to build an entirely new ecosystem. This approach drives both increased adoption and accessibility, as developers can leverage their existing expertise within a familiar framework.
Monad introduces the MonadBFT, a custom consensus protocol purpose-built to deliver high throughput, fast finality, and strong guarantees in adversarial conditions. It introduces several design choices that address real-world pain points in modern BFT systems without sacrificing performance or decentralization. Here are the key features:
For technical details, the Monad Foundation has published a whitepaper titled "MonadBFT: Fast, Responsive, Fork-Resistant Streamlined Consensus" that outlines the complete protocol specifications.
While Ethereum and Solana have set important milestones in scalability and ecosystem growth, Monad introduces a design that aims to blend both best without compromising performance or decentralization. Here’s how they compare across core technical dimensions:
*Including Solana voting transactions
** Data on Monad TPS can be verified here: https://messari.io/compare/megaeth-vs-monad
Monad remains in active development, with ongoing community and developer growth, while also reporting several technical milestones from the testnet environments:
It's important to note that testnet performance metrics represent controlled environments, and real-world network conditions will ultimately determine how these systems perform at scale.
While the network is still in its early stages, it brings together strong foundational elements, such as EVM compatibility, high-performance architecture, and a clear focus on scalability. If Monad continues to maintain its momentum and progress, this Layer 1 solution has the potential to establish itself as a strong player in the web3 space.
P2P.org is excited to see Monad’s progression and will continue to report on ongoing developments. If you’re considering staking in the Monad ecosystem or exploring future opportunities, feel free to reach out to P2P.org.
<p><em>Expanding our validation offering by introducing staking services of TRX on the TRON network. </em></p><h2 id="tldr"><strong>TL;DR</strong></h2><p>P2P.org has been selected as a TRON Super Representative Validator, expanding our validation services to 40+ networks and enabling institutional TRX staking on TRON. As one of only 27 elected validators P2P.org will provide institutional partners access to TRX staking.</p><h2 id="expanding-our-validator-portfolio"><strong>Expanding Our Validator Portfolio</strong></h2><p>We're excited to announce P2P.org's selection as a TRON Super Representative Validator, marking our expansion to over 40+ supported networks. By continuously expanding our validator portfolio, we're ensuring our institutional partners can optimize their digital asset approaches across a range of networks in the space.</p><h2 id="the-tron-network"><strong>The TRON Network</strong></h2><figure class="kg-card kg-image-card kg-card-hascaption"><img src="https://p2p.org/economy/content/images/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-29-at-15.58.42.png" class="kg-image" alt loading="lazy" width="1736" height="1158" srcset="https://p2p.org/economy/content/images/size/w600/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-29-at-15.58.42.png 600w, https://p2p.org/economy/content/images/size/w1000/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-29-at-15.58.42.png 1000w, https://p2p.org/economy/content/images/size/w1600/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-29-at-15.58.42.png 1600w, https://p2p.org/economy/content/images/2025/04/Screenshot-2025-04-29-at-15.58.42.png 1736w" sizes="(min-width: 720px) 720px"><figcaption><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"> TRON Network statistics covering number of accounts, transaction count, total transfer volume and token value locked. Details can be found at https://trondao.org/</span></figcaption></figure><p>Founded in 2017, TRON has established itself as a significant player in the blockchain space with distinctive technical attributes. The network processes transactions every 3 seconds through its Delegated Proof of Stake consensus model, allowing for throughput of approximately 2,000 transactions per second. This architecture supports a diverse ecosystem of over 4,000 decentralized applications across DeFi, NFTs, gaming, and content distribution sectors. With more than $5 billion in total value locked (TVL) and 300+ million accounts, TRON's infrastructure prioritizes efficiency and accessibility. The network's design eliminates intermediaries by connecting creators and users directly, providing institutional participants with streamlined operations that do not compromise security or compliance requirements.</p><h2 id="tron%E2%80%99s-native-token-trx"><strong>TRON’s Native Token, TRX</strong></h2><p>As TRON's native cryptocurrency, TRX (Tronix) fuels the entire ecosystem through multiple integrated functions. It powers all economic activity across the network while enabling direct participation in the consensus model through staking. TRX holders gain governance authority with voting rights that shape network decisions. The token also serves as the currency for transaction fees and smart contract execution, creating a complete economic system within the TRON ecosystem.</p><h2 id="tron-super-representatives-validators"><strong>TRON Super Representatives Validators</strong></h2><p>TRON's Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) consensus revolves around its Super Representatives—a council of 27 elected validators maintaining the network's integrity, security, and performance.</p><p>These validators form the backbone of TRON's capabilities. Every three seconds, Super Representatives produce blocks in a round robin structure. They continuously validate transactions and uphold protocol rules, ensuring network security. Their governance authority extends to voting on critical network decisions that shape TRON's progression. Perhaps most importantly for stakeholders, they share substantial block rewards with those who voted for them.</p><p>As incoming TRON Super Representative, P2P.org will simultaneously strengthen network infrastructure and create a pathway for institutions to access rewards on the TRON network. </p><p>You can view the current list of <a href="https://tronscan.org/?ref=p2p.org#/sr/representatives"><u>Super Representatives here. </u></a></p><h2 id="tron-staking-specifics"><strong>TRON Staking Specifics</strong></h2><p>TRON's distinctive staking approach combines flexibility with steady, reliable rewards.</p><p>The process centers on "freezing" your TRX tokens, which means temporarily committing them to network consensus without permanently locking them away. This freeze period requires just a 3-day minimum, after which you retain the flexibility to unfreeze if needed. Minimum stake is 1 TRX. </p><p>Your frozen TRX grants proportional voting power to elect Super Representatives, giving you direct influence over network governance. Beyond financial returns, staking generates valuable bandwidth and energy resources that substantially reduce transaction costs across all your TRON operations.</p><h2 id="reward-structure"><strong>Reward Structure</strong></h2><p>Historical network returns typically range from 6-8% annually, though actual returns may vary based on network conditions and validator performance. These rewards flow to stakeholders through regular distributions, arriving daily or weekly, depending on the stakers preference.</p><p>In the TRON ecosystem, your staking rewards don't automatically return to work for you. They simply accumulate in your wallet. This manual hurdle of adding the earned rewards back into your stake means most users and validators leave potential rewards on the table, forcing you to constantly monitor and stake those earned rewards. P2P.org eliminates this friction point entirely. We consistently monitor and put your TRX rewards back into your stake. </p><h2 id="ready-to-stake-trx"><strong>Ready to Stake TRX?</strong></h2><p>P2P.org is excited to join TRON as one of the 27 Super Representative validators. If you want to discuss your TRX staking options, connect with our staking experts today! </p>
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<p><strong>Unlocking institutional-grade staking across multiple blockchains — with security, efficiency, and scale at the core.</strong></p><p></p><p>We’re excited to announce a new collaboration between P2P.org and Copper, uniting our shared focus on delivering high-performance solutions for institutional clients. By combining Copper’s custody expertise with P2P.org’s optimized staking infrastructure, we’re setting a new standard for institutional services.</p><p>Initially supporting staking for DOT and SOL, the partnership will expand to include ETH, DVT, and Bittensor in the near future.</p><h2 id="a-shared-mission-security-simplicity-and-superior-performance"><strong>A shared mission: security, simplicity, and superior performance</strong></h2><p>Institutional adoption of staking is accelerating, but the bar for usability and security remains high. Copper and P2P.org are meeting that challenge head-on.</p><p>By integrating P2P.org’s proprietary rebalancing technology into Copper’s custodial stack, the partnership streamlines staking workflows for institutions, helping them optimize network rewards, cutting overhead, and streamlining multi-chain navigation.</p><p><em>“We are excited to team up with P2P.org to supply our clients with unparalleled security and efficiency in managing their staked digital assets,” said Ben Lorente, Strategic Alliances Director at Copper. “The P2P.org team fully shares our commitment to ensuring a secure, user-friendly and dynamic staking environment where they can maximise their returns.”</em></p><h2 id="institutional-staking-redefined"><strong>Institutional staking, redefined</strong></h2><p>This collaboration reflects a shared belief that staking infrastructure must meet institutional expectations without compromise on security, performance, or accessibility.</p><p>P2P.org’s unified API gives clients seamless access to staking across 30+ chains, while Copper’s multi-party computation (MPC) custody ensures assets remain secure and off-exchange at all times.</p><p><em>“This collaboration is a significant step forward for institutional staking as a whole,” said Alex Loktev, CRO at P2P.org. “By combining Copper’s cutting-edge MPC technology and custody solutions with our staking infrastructure and unified API, we are meeting the exacting standards of institutional clients and lightening their technical load. Ultimately, our ambition is to set a new benchmark for what institutions expect from their staking partnerships.”</em></p><p><strong><em>Please note: Staking is not currently available through Copper in the United Kingdom.</em></strong></p><div class="kg-card kg-button-card kg-align-center"><a href="mailto:[email protected]" class="kg-btn kg-btn-accent">Get in touch with the P2P team</a></div>
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