This is the ORIGINAL AetherCycle Protocol implementation by Fukuhi (@aethercycle). Any fork must prominently display "Forked from AetherCycle Protocol by Fukuhi" and maintain proper attribution.
The first mathematically sustainable DeFi protocol with proven infinite operation through autonomous smart contracts.
AetherCycle implements Autonomous Finance (AutonoFi) - replacing human promises with mathematical certainty. Once deployed, the protocol operates forever without any human intervention.
Key Features:
- 99% community ownership
- Mathematical proof of infinite operation
- No admin keys, no upgrades, truly immutable
- Self-sustaining through Perpetual Endowment system
- Total Supply: 888,888,888 AEC
- Smart Contracts: 15+ production contracts
- Test Coverage: 600+ comprehensive tests
- Security: AGPL-3.0 license with attribution protection
AetherCycle Protocol - Autonomous Finance (AutonoFi)
├── 🏛️ Core Layer (Foundation)
│ ├── AECToken - Native token with Tolerant Fortress tax system
│ ├── PerpetualEngine - Autonomous reward distributor & cycle manager
│ └── PerpetualEndowment - Mathematical sustainability fund (35% of supply)
├── 🎯 Staking Layer (Rewards)
│ ├── AECStakingLP - Liquidity provider rewards with tier system
│ ├── AECStakingToken - Token holder staking with decay mechanism
│ └── AECStakingNFT - NFT staking (500 max supply, bonus rewards)
├── 🚀 Distribution Layer (Genesis)
│ ├── TokenDistributor - Genesis distribution & allocation manager
│ ├── FairLaunch - Public sale mechanism with price discovery
│ └── LiquidityDeployer - Initial liquidity deployment & LP staking
├── 🌟 Community Layer (Engagement)
│ ├── ContributorPoints - Reputation system with CP tokens
│ ├── FairAirdrop - CP-based distribution mechanism
│ └── AECGambit - Lottery system with dynamic allocation
├── 🎨 NFT Layer (Digital Assets)
│ └── AetheriaNFT - Protocol NFTs with staking benefits
├── ⏰ Vesting Layer (Governance)
│ └── FounderVesting - 5-year cliff vesting for founder allocation
└── 🏛️ DAO Layer (Governance)
└── AccountabilityDAO - Community governance & founder oversight
Key Innovations:
- Perpetual Endowment System - Mathematical proof of infinite operation
- Tolerant Fortress Tax - Three-tier tax system protecting ecosystem
- Autonomous Finance - No admin keys, truly immutable contracts
- Community-First - 99% community ownership, 1% founder (5yr cliff)
| Allocation | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Perpetual Endowment | 311,111,111 | 35% |
| Ecosystem Rewards | 355,555,555 | 40% |
| Contributor Airdrop | 71,111,111 | 8% |
| Fair Launch | 62,222,222 | 7% |
| Initial Liquidity | 53,333,333 | 6% |
| Security Bounty | 17,777,777 | 2% |
| Lottery/Gambit | 8,888,889 | 1% |
| Founder (5yr cliff) | 8,888,888 | 1% |
# Clone repository
git clone https://github.com/aethercycle/aethercycle-protocol.git
cd aethercycle-protocol
# Install dependencies
npm install
# Compile contracts
npx hardhat compile
# Run tests
npx hardhat test
# Deploy (configure .env first)
npx hardhat run scripts/deployment/deploy-mainnet.js --network baseComprehensive Test Suite (600+ tests):
# All tests (600+ comprehensive tests)
npx hardhat test
# Specific test categories
npx hardhat test test/unit/ # Contract-specific unit tests
npx hardhat test test/integration/ # Multi-contract integration tests
npx hardhat test test/edge/ # Edge case & security tests
# Test coverage analysis
npx hardhat coverage # Generate coverage reportTest Categories:
- Unit Tests - Individual contract functionality
- Integration Tests - Multi-contract interactions
- Edge Case Tests - Security & boundary conditions
- Gas Optimization Tests - Efficiency validation
- Security Tests - Vulnerability assessment
Coverage Areas:
- ✅ Core token mechanics & tax system
- ✅ Staking rewards & decay mechanisms
- ✅ Distribution & allocation logic
- ✅ Community governance & DAO functions
- ✅ NFT staking & bonus systems
- ✅ Vesting & founder oversight
- ✅ Lottery & gambling mechanics
contracts/
├── core/ # Foundation contracts (AECToken, PerpetualEngine, Endowment)
├── staking/ # Reward mechanisms (LP, Token, NFT staking)
├── distribution/ # Token distribution (FairLaunch, LiquidityDeployer)
├── airdrop/ # Community distribution (ContributorPoints, FairAirdrop)
├── lottery/ # Gambit system (AECGambit)
├── nft/ # Digital assets (AetheriaNFT)
├── vesting/ # Governance (FounderVesting)
├── dao/ # Community governance (AccountabilityDAO)
├── interfaces/ # Contract interfaces
└── mocks/ # Testing mocks
test/
├── unit/ # Contract-specific tests
├── integration/ # Multi-contract tests
└── edge/ # Edge case & security tests
- Whitepaper: AetherCycle Whitepaper v2.0
- Technical Docs: See contract comments and /docs
- Website: aethercycle.xyz
AGPL-3.0 License
Built by @aethercycle