We’ve seen a massive shift in Web3, with more projects and platforms emerging to contribute to the agentic revolution. However, one challenge remains: the tools required to build advanced, capable agents are scattered across the ecosystem. Developers are left piecing together fragmented resources to create agents that can truly perform complex tasks.

At Hybrid, we’re addressing this gap by providing a modular AI agent ecosystem. Our platform simplifies the process of building, deploying, and scaling AI agents in Web3, making it easier for anyone to create intelligent agents that are both powerful and easy to use.

With the launch of Integrity Nodes, we’re introducing a key infrastructure component that ensures the integrity of L2 Rollup blocks and the security of AI agents and their interactions. Integrity Nodes are central to maintaining the trustworthiness of the Hybrid ecosystem, where every action and transaction is validated and transparent.

Why Nodes?

Nodes are the foundation of decentralized networks, providing the security and integrity needed to prevent centralized control and data monopolization. Integrity Nodes play a crucial role in Hybrid’s infrastructure by ensuring that every action within the ecosystem is secure, verifiable, and transparent.

Integrity Nodes work with Hybrid’s L2 Rollup through a novel system that introduces a "light verifier" for Arbitrum rollups. This allows node operators to verify Nitro batches on everyday hardware, without the need to run a full Arbitrum node. By reducing barriers to verification and distributing incentives, Integrity Nodes enhance the resilience and security of Hybrid's rollups.

Here’s what Integrity Nodes do:

• Validate L2 Rollup Blocks: Verify Nitro batches and ensure transaction data is processed correctly without needing a full node.

• Verify AI Agent Actions: Ensure that AI agents perform actions as expected, maintaining trust in their interactions.

• Ensure Data Integrity: Validate both on-chain and off-chain data for consistency, preventing tampering or errors.

• Support Decentralization: Distribute the verification process across the network, preventing centralized control.

• Provide Transparency: Guarantee that all actions and transactions within Hybrid are verifiable and trustworthy.

Benefits of Running a Hybrid Integrity Node

• Earn Rewards (3 Ways): Node operators earn $HYB through:

1. Transaction Fees: A share of the gas fees generated on the Hybrid L2.

2. Verification Rewards: Compensation for validating L2 Rollup blocks and ensuring agent integrity.

3. Token Allocation: A portion of the total token supply as part of Hybrid’s incentive structure.

• Decentralization: Help distribute verification tasks across the network, contributing to a more secure and resilient Hybrid ecosystem.

• Governance Participation: Play an active role in the network’s evolution and decision-making, shaping the future of Hybrid.

How Integrity Nodes Work

Integrity Nodes are central to ensuring the security and transparency of Hybrid’s ecosystem. These nodes handle two key functions:

1. Verifying AI Agents and Their Components:Integrity Nodes ensure that the actions and data used by AI agents are accurate, secure, and trustworthy. Whether it’s validating the agent’s behavior or ensuring the integrity of its data sources, Integrity Nodes maintain the reliability of the entire system.

2. Validating L2 Rollup Blocks:Integrity Nodes also play a crucial role in verifying L2 Rollup blocks, ensuring that transaction data is processed correctly. They use a novel “light verifier” system, similar to how Caldera’s Guardian Node system works, allowing them to verify Nitro batches without requiring a full node setup. This makes the verification process efficient and accessible, even for operators using everyday hardware.

Workflow:

• Job Requests: Users submit job requests for verification (either agent actions or rollup blocks) through the Registry Smart Contract.

• Node Assignment: The Registry assigns jobs to available Integrity Nodes.

• Reward Distribution: The Registry triggers the minting of reward tokens and distributes them to the node.

• Verification: The nodes validate either the L2 Rollup blocks or AI agent actions.

• Completion: Upon verification completion, the node reports back to the registry.

How to Get Involved: Integrity Node Licenses

With the launch of Integrity Nodes, you'll have the opportunity to participate in securing Hybrid’s ecosystem. Integrity Node Licenses will be available for purchase through a public sale, allowing you to run a node on your own hardware or delegate it to a Node-as-a-Service (NaaS) provider like Easeflow.

Running Your Own Node

To run a node independently, you’ll need:

• 1+ core CPU

• 2GB RAM

• Reliable internet (10 Mbps up/down)

Using NaaS (Node-as-a-Service)

If you prefer not to manage hardware, you can delegate your node to Easeflow, with operational costs around $5-$10 per month per license.

Getting Started

1. Public Node Sale: Integrity Node Licenses will be available for purchase in the upcoming sale.

2. Choose Your Option: Run the node on your hardware or use Easeflow’s NaaS.

3. Earn Rewards: After setup, earn $HYB by validating L2 Rollup blocks and AI agent actions.

By participating, you contribute to the security and transparency of the Hybrid ecosystem.

Emission and Rewards Distribution

Node operators earn rewards in three ways:

1. Token Allocation:

   • Node operators receive a portion of the total $HYB supply as part of Hybrid's incentive structure.

   • 50% of the total token allocation is unlocked in the first year, with the remainder fully unlocked over 48 months through a yearly halving schedule.

2. Gas Fees on the Hybrid L2:

   • Node operators earn a share of the gas fees generated from cHYB credits spent on all Hybrid products such as Atlas and the Developer Tools.

   • These rewards are distributed in $HYB.

3. cHYB Credits:

   • Node operators also earn rewards based on the cHYB credits purchased and spent across all Hybrid products for verification of agents and agent components.

   • Rewards are distributed in $HYB, ETH, and Stablecoins.

Delegating Multiple Licenses

You can delegate multiple Integrity Node Licenses to the same node. This allows you to scale up the node’s verification capacity while earning rewards for each license delegated. This flexibility enables node operators to increase their participation and rewards as the network grows.