Glossary

• Neural Layer: The AI-driven engine that processes market data, performs predictive modeling, and generates strategic outputs.

• Protocol Layer: The backbone of iX Protocol, managing cross-chain operations, smart contracts, and decentralized governance.

• Infrastructure Layer: A scalable and decentralized cloud platform offering high-speed, low-latency computations.

• Quant Workers: Traders and developers who create trading algorithms and contribute to the protocol’s performance.

• DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization): A governance system allowing the community to vote on upgrades and decisions.

• TPS (Transactions Per Second): A metric that measures the protocol’s ability to process transactions quickly and efficiently.

• Predictive Analytics: The use of AI to forecast market trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Cross-Chain Integration: The ability to operate across multiple blockchain ecosystems, enabling seamless liquidity and interoperability.