Security and Consensus Mechanism

UIP introduces a two-tier consensus model:

• Agent Signatures: Regular agents execute and transmit messages across networks, ensuring that all operations are verified collectively to reduce risks of manipulation.

• Super-Agent Signatures: Super-agents validate transactions to add trust and mitigate risks, particularly in the protocol's early stages.

This consensus structure enhances network security by requiring signatures from both agents and at least one super-agent. When executing cross-chain messages, the process includes:

• Transmitters Consensus: Ensures reliable message delivery with sufficient gas for execution.

• Executors Consensus: Validates message legitimacy and appropriate pricing on the destination chain.

Penalty System for Agent Downtime

To maintain network stability, UIP enforces a penalty system for agents experiencing extended downtime (over one hour). The penalties incentivize agents to maintain uptime, adopt proactive maintenance, and minimize service disruptions, enhancing the network's resilience and reliability.