AI-Driven Blockchain Transactions for the Cyber Economy

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Sasha Ivanova

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Co-proposers and additional applicants

Artyom Stolyarov @alhantro - PhD in AI

Ira Bukht - founder of A10

Nikita Belov - CTO of A10

[GENERAL] Requested funds in ada

490000

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

11

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Seamless AI assistant that can execute blockchain transactions through natural language dialogs. No complex dashboards, no confusing wallet addresses, no manual steps—just ask, and it gets done.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

The smart contracts are fully open source, and the rest of the code is available under the MIT License

[METADATA] Horizons

AI

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

Our startup proposes to leverage AI, specifically large language models (LLMs), to create an invisible, conversational interface for executing blockchain transactions. Users simply communicate with an AI via natural language to carry out complex blockchain interactions, making the process as intuitive as asking a question. No more confusing UIs, wallet addresses, or transaction hashes—just seamless, AI-driven blockchain interaction.

Rethinking the Interface: The Evolution from Static UIs to AI Conversations

The best interface is no interface at all. As the digital landscape shifts, we’re seeing an inevitable movement away from Web2/Web3-era platforms, which rely on clunky GUI-based systems, toward LLM-driven dialog interfaces. This change is profound:

• Search is changing: Where traditional search engines once ruled, we are now entering an era where people interact with intelligent systems that understand context, perform actions, and give personalized results in real-time.
• Dialog as the Interface: LLMs represent the next step in this evolution. Instead of navigating menus or search results, users now simply ask their AI assistant to perform actions—whether that’s completing a blockchain transaction, setting up a smart contract, or verifying a payment.
• Voice and No-Interface Future: The trend is clear—soon, the interface will dissolve entirely, replaced by voice-first, no-interface applications. In this future, you’ll interact with AI-driven systems that manage blockchain tasks simply by speaking to your device. Blockchain transactions will be completed effortlessly, through AI-driven conversations.

The AI-Driven Economy

This convergence of AI and blockchain will drive a new kind of economy—an AI-driven economy. The implications are far-reaching:

1. Improving Global Living Standards: With an AI managing the intricacies of blockchain transactions, secure financial tools become accessible to all, even those in underbanked regions. This democratizes access to resources, raising global living standards.
2. Seamless Economic Participation: Businesses and individuals alike will benefit from AI managing contracts, payments, and investments. Blockchain, as the underlying infrastructure, ensures transparency, while AI simplifies interaction—removing friction and creating efficiencies that will fuel economic growth.

Business Opportunity

The future of blockchain is not in complex interfaces or specialized knowledge, but in making it invisible and accessible to all via AI. By partnering with Cardano, we build on the best trust framework for secure transactions and smart contract execution, adding the power of AI to create a system that anyone can use.

Key Differentiators

• No-Interface, AI-Driven Transactions: Our platform eliminates the need for complex UIs. Instead, users interact with an AI that understands and processes their requests—executing blockchain transactions or creating smart contracts without the need for manual inputs.
• Cardano as the Backbone: By partnering with Cardano, a blockchain known for its rigorous security and validation methods, we provide users with a dependable, trustable platform.
• LLM-Centric Approach: We are tapping into the rising trend of LLM-powered interfaces, ensuring our system is aligned with the future of human-computer interaction.
• Voice-First Future: As we move toward no-interface applications, our platform will be ready for a world where users simply speak to their AI, and blockchain tasks are done.

Go-To-Market Strategy

• Early Adopters: Initially targeting DeFi enthusiasts, crypto investors, and AI enthusiasts who are already familiar with the benefits of blockchain and AI.
• Partnerships with Cardano and AI Leaders: Form strategic partnerships with Cardano and leading AI companies like OpenAI to enhance our integration and credibility.
• Enterprise Adoption: Offer AI-driven blockchain solutions for enterprises, simplifying their smart contract and transactional processes while leveraging Cardano’s secure infrastructure.

The Future of Transactions

The shift to AI-driven, voice-first, and no-interface blockchain interactions is a tectonic paradigm change. As LLMsreplace static search engines, the same is happening to how people transact. When we understand how people search, we understand how they buy. This insight leads to an entirely new transactional economy, where blockchain and AI merge into an invisible system that enhances life for all.

This future is within reach, and blockchains that harness this AI-driven transformation, with Cardano as a key partner, will lead this new wave. They will set the standard for decentralized, intelligent, and seamless financial interactions in a truly global, automated economy.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

Cardano as the Trusted Blockchain Partner

Cardano stands out as a perfect blockchain partner for this AI-driven transformation. Built with a focus on security, sustainability, and formal verification, Cardano offers a trustful source of validation data, ensuring that every transaction initiated by the AI is secure and reliable. Its highly decentralized structure and peer-reviewed development process provide the perfect foundation for executing blockchain tasks in a transparent and verifiable way.

In this collaboration:

• Cardano's Proof-of-Stake Model ensures energy-efficient and scalable transaction validation.
• Cardano's formal methods enhance the accuracy and security of smart contracts, creating a dependable environment for AI-executed blockchain actions.
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By integrating with Cardano, our system ensures that AI interactions with the blockchain are not only simple but also trusted and immutable. The blockchain that successfully integrates AI with Cardano will find itself at the peak of this disruptive wave, becoming the benchmark for future AI-blockchain integrations.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

The CTO of the Project, @alhantro, is a PhD in AI (Capsule Neural Networks), with more than 200 delivered complex tech projects, including the successful WEB3 SharpShark. We share the vision for the future of Cyber Economy and we want to be a motor to bring it closer.

Me, is a business founder with the technical background, and I proved the viability of Blockchain transactional-based business model and made a Blockchain startup profitable.

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Milestone 1: Core Concept Validation and Partnership Securing

A: Milestone Outputs

• Detailed project roadmap and technical architecture for AI-Blockchain integration.
• Strategic partnership with Cardano established.
• Initial AI model (LLM) configured to understand and execute simple blockchain transactions.

B: Acceptance Criteria

• The roadmap clearly outlines the technical requirements for integrating AI and blockchain.
• Signed agreements or formal collaborations with Cardano validators.
• AI model successfully simulates blockchain transactions in a controlled environment (sandbox).

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Presentation of the roadmap and architecture to stakeholders.
• Partnership agreements and contracts on file.
• Test logs demonstrating successful AI-initiated transactions on a test blockchain.

Milestone 2: Prototype Development (Alpha Version)

A: Milestone Outputs

• Alpha version of the AI-driven blockchain platform (web or voice-enabled).
• Integration of Cardano blockchain to handle transaction validation via AI interface.
• Basic voice or text interface for AI to execute simple blockchain commands (e.g., send transaction, check balance).

B: Acceptance Criteria

• Working prototype that enables basic interactions between the AI and the blockchain.
• Transactions are executed, validated, and recorded on the Cardano testnet.
• Feedback from initial testers shows that the AI can correctly interpret commands and execute blockchain actions.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Working demonstration of the prototype with full transaction cycle (command to confirmation).
• Logs showing successful blockchain transactions validated by the Cardano network.
• Test results from alpha users documenting usability and functionality.

Milestone 3: Security and Smart Contract Integration

A: Milestone Outputs

• Implementation of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and private key security within the AI interface.
• Integration of smart contract functionality, allowing users to create, review, and execute contracts through AI dialogs.
• Security audits completed to validate system integrity.

B: Acceptance Criteria

• AI securely handles user authentication and manages blockchain wallet keys without breaches.
• The platform allows users to create and execute smart contracts using natural language commands.
• Third-party security audit confirms system robustness and compliance with blockchain best practices.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• MFA and private key security logs showing successful authentication of multiple users.
• Logs of smart contracts created and executed via AI, verified on the Cardano blockchain.
• Security audit report from a certified firm with no major vulnerabilities found.

Milestone 4: Beta Release and Market Testing

A: Milestone Outputs

• Beta version released with full integration of Cardano blockchain and advanced AI features.
• Expanded user testing to gather feedback on usability, security, and performance.
• Partnerships with early adopter businesses for enterprise use cases (e.g., automated contracts).

B: Acceptance Criteria

• Beta platform operates smoothly across a broader set of blockchain transactions
• Positive feedback from beta testers, with minimal bugs or usability issues.
• At least two enterprise clients onboarded to test real-world smart contracts and transactions.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Detailed beta testing reports and feedback forms from users.
• Logs demonstrating successful execution of complex blockchain transactions in real-world scenarios.
• Signed contracts with enterprise partners for ongoing use and development.

Milestone 5: Full Launch and Scaling

A: Milestone Outputs

• Full version of the platform launched, with AI handling a broad range of blockchain functions (smart contracts, transactions, DeFi interactions).
• Marketing campaigns initiated to attract both retail users and enterprises.
• Scaling of the system to support high transaction volumes and global user bases.

B: Acceptance Criteria

• Platform is stable and secure with no major issues in transaction processing or smart contract execution.
• Significant user base (10,000+ users) achieved within six months of launch.
• Strong engagement from enterprises and crypto communities, validating the value proposition.

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• User growth and platform usage analytics show successful onboarding of users and enterprises.
• Metrics showing transaction volumes, types of blockchain activities conducted, and system performance.
• Testimonials and case studies from early adopters demonstrating the impact of the platform.

Final Milestone: AI-Driven Blockchain Adoption and Cyber Economy Expansion

A: Milestone Outputs

• Full integration of voice-first, no-interface AI to enable seamless blockchain transactions globally.
• Establishment of the platform as a cornerstone in the Cyber Economy, where AI and blockchain work together to handle routine financial, legal, and contractual tasks.
• A proven ecosystem that liberates users from transactional friction, empowering them to focus on creative, innovative, and strategic pursuits.
• An AI-driven marketplace that uses blockchain to transparently handle assets and contracts, making it a universal tool for individuals and enterprises.

B: Acceptance Criteria

• AI successfully executes complex blockchain-based tasks, including financial transactions, DeFi interactions, and smart contract creation, with zero technical friction.
• Tangible improvement in quality of life metrics for users, reflected in studies or testimonials, as they are freed from repetitive tasks and enabled to pursue creative and intellectual endeavors.
• The Cyber Economy, driven by AI and blockchain, creates measurable economic growth by increasing automation, efficiency, and human productivity in multiple sectors (finance, legal, supply chain, etc.).

C: Evidence of Milestone Completion

• Platform data and analytics show extensive usage across various blockchain applications (transactions, smart contracts, DeFi) with minimal user input required, reflecting a truly invisible interface.
• Reports and case studies from users and businesses indicating how the platform has freed them from routine tasks—such as managing contracts, payments, and transactions—allowing them to focus on higher-value, creative pursuits.
• Independent economic studies showing how the integration of AI and blockchain has driven productivity and innovation, contributing to economic growth and improving the standard of living for users globally.
• Testimonials and research demonstrating how the platform has enabled a shift toward a transcendental creativity era, where human minds are liberated to focus on innovation, art, science, and new intellectual frontiers, no longer burdened by transactional inefficiencies.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Main Driver https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasha-ivanova-blockchain/

Technical engineer https://www.linkedin.com/in/alhantro/

PR & Marketing Goddess https://www.linkedin.com/in/ira-bukht/

Senior back-end developer https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikbelov/

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Let’s assume an approximate ADA-to-USD conversion rate (which fluctuates, but for simplicity, we'll use 1 ADA ≈ $0.25 USD)

Milestone 1: Core Concept Validation and Partnership Securing

Estimated Cost: 45,000 ADA (~$11,250)

Resources:

• Technical Architecture & Roadmap Design: Hiring blockchain and AI consultants to define the technical specs and roadmap.
• Cost: ~15,000 ADA ($3,750)
• Cardano Partnership Development: Legal fees, partnership agreements, and travel/networking expenses to establish formal partnerships with Cardano or other validators.
• Cost: ~10,000 ADA ($2,500)
• AI Model Development (Initial Phase): Developing the first iteration of the AI model and blockchain interaction simulation (proof-of-concept).
• Cost: ~20,000 ADA ($5,000)

Milestone 2: Prototype Development (Alpha Version)

Estimated Cost: 100,000 ADA (~$25,000)

Resources:

• AI-Blockchain Integration: Full development of the AI interface and integration with Cardano's blockchain, allowing basic transaction execution.
• Cost: ~50,000 ADA ($12,500)
• Alpha Prototype Development: Building and deploying the alpha version of the platform (including the user interface, even if minimal). This includes software engineering, testing, and UI/UX design.
• Cost: ~30,000 ADA ($7,500)
• Cloud Infrastructure & Security: Setting up a basic infrastructure (servers, blockchain nodes) and implementing security protocols for safe transactions.
• Cost: ~20,000 ADA ($5,000)

Milestone 3: Security and Smart Contract Integration

Estimated Cost: 120,000 ADA (~$30,000)

Resources:

• Multi-Factor Authentication & Private Key Security: Implementing advanced security features, such as multi-factor authentication, to ensure secure wallet interactions.
• Cost: ~40,000 ADA ($10,000)
• Smart Contract Development: Building the framework for users to create, review, and execute smart contracts via AI.
• Cost: ~50,000 ADA ($12,500)
• Security Audits: Hiring a third-party security firm to audit the platform and ensure that all smart contracts and transactions are secure.
• Cost: ~30,000 ADA ($7,500)

Milestone 4: Beta Release and Market Testing

Estimated Cost: 90,000 ADA (~$22,500)

Resources:

• Beta Platform Enhancement: Refining the platform, improving AI natural language processing, and expanding functionality for more complex transactions (DeFi).
• Cost: ~50,000 ADA ($12,500)
• User Testing and Feedback Collection: Recruiting beta testers and conducting focus groups to improve platform usability and collect data on performance.
• Cost: ~20,000 ADA ($5,000)
• Business Development: Engaging enterprise clients, preparing marketing material, and pitching to businesses for enterprise-level blockchain contract automation.
• Cost: ~20,000 ADA ($5,000)

Milestone 5: Full Launch and Scaling

Estimated Cost: 80,000 ADA (~$20,000)

Resources:

• Platform Launch: Deploying the full version of the platform, scaling infrastructure, and optimizing transaction throughput to support millions of users globally.
• Cost: ~40,000 ADA ($10,000)
• Marketing and User Acquisition: Launching marketing campaigns targeting crypto enthusiasts, retail users, and businesses to grow the user base.
• Cost: ~30,000 ADA ($7,500)
• Customer Support Setup: Establishing customer support to handle inquiries, troubleshoot issues, and ensure smooth onboarding.
• Cost: ~10,000 ADA ($2,500)

Final Milestone: Cyber Economy Expansion

Estimated Cost: 55,000 ADA (~$13,750)

Resources:

• Voice-First, No-Interface AI Integration: Developing the next-generation voice-driven AI interface and testing it with real users.
• Cost: ~30,000 ADA ($7,500)
• Research and Development: Continuing R&D on how to further integrate AI and blockchain for new, advanced applications in the Cyber Economy.
• Cost: ~15,000 ADA ($3,750)
• Global Outreach and Expansion: Developing partnerships with other blockchains, AI firms, and governments to push the AI-driven Cyber Economy narrative.
• Cost: ~10,000 ADA ($2,500)

Total Estimated Cost: 490,000 ADA (~$122,500)

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

The cost of this AI-driven blockchain project represents significant value for the Cardano ecosystem in several ways, directly aligning with Cardano's goals of scalability, sustainability, and decentralization while driving long-term growth and innovation. Here's how this investment represents value for money:

1. Cardano as the Backbone of the Cyber Economy

• Value Proposition: The platform is designed to serve as a key driver in the emerging AI-driven Cyber Economy, where AI handles routine tasks while Cardano provides the secure, decentralized infrastructure for transactions. By positioning Cardano as the blockchain that powers this future economy, the project makes it a critical player in this global economic transformation.
• Why This Matters: As the Cyber Economy grows, Cardano will cement its place as the trustworthy validation source for AI-driven transactions. This will expand Cardano's role beyond cryptocurrencies to becoming the backbone for a vast, AI-automated marketplace.
• Value for Money: The project will generate long-term economic value for Cardano, driving more on-chain activity, thus strengthening its utility as a blockchain ecosystem.

2. Increased Adoption of Cardano

• Value Proposition: By integrating AI into Cardano’s blockchain, the project simplifies complex blockchain interactions, making Cardano accessible to a broader audience. This includes non-technical users, retail investors, and enterprises who may find traditional blockchain interfaces too complex.
• Why This Matters: Simplified user interactions will lower the barriers to entry, driving wider adoption of Cardano as the blockchain of choice for executing smart contracts and DeFi transactions. More users mean more transactions, which directly increases network activity and liquidity within the ecosystem.
• Value for Money: The cost associated with developing an AI interface is an investment in mass adoption, a goal that aligns with Cardano's mission to create a more inclusive financial infrastructure.

3. Demonstrating Cardano's Technological Capabilities

• Value Proposition: Cardano is known for its strong emphasis on security, sustainability, and scalability. This project leverages those strengths, demonstrating that Cardano can handle cutting-edge AI integrations, smart contracts, and advanced decentralized finance (DeFi) use cases.
• Why This Matters: This serves as a showcase project that highlights Cardano's capabilities as a secure, scalable blockchain able to integrate AI-driven functionalities. It boosts the network's credibility and attractiveness to developers, enterprises, and future projects.
• Value for Money: For the cost of developing this platform, Cardano gains a high-profile example of its scalability and security in action, enhancing its appeal for future blockchain-based AI solutions.

4. Smart Contract and DeFi Growth on Cardano

• Value Proposition: The project incorporates smart contracts, DeFi interactions, and automated transactional capabilities, all of which are critical growth areas for blockchain ecosystems. Cardano, with its rigorous approach to smart contracts and decentralized finance, will see an increase in smart contract deployments, fueling network demand.
• Why This Matters: By simplifying these complex transactions and opening them up to mainstream users via AI, the platform will drive more DeFi projects to use Cardano, increasing its share in the decentralized finance market.
• Value for Money: Every ADA spent on this project increases the total number of smart contracts executed on Cardano, growing transaction volume, liquidity, and utility within the ecosystem.

5. Supporting Cardano’s Decentralization Goals

• Value Proposition: The project relies on Cardano's decentralized and energy-efficient Proof-of-Stake system to provide reliable, low-cost transaction validation. By developing a secure and scalable system, the project will ensure that Cardano remains attractive for both retail and enterprise users seeking a decentralized alternative to traditional finance systems.
• Why This Matters: The more transactions and smart contracts running on Cardano, the more decentralized the system becomes, reinforcing its security and sustainability goals. It encourages staking and promotes the long-term stability of the network.
• Value for Money: By contributing to the decentralization and scaling of the Cardano network, this project adds long-term value for token holders and validators by driving transaction fees and staking rewards.

6. Long-Term User and Developer Growth

• Value Proposition: A key benefit of the platform is that it simplifies blockchain interactions, attracting developersand businesses who want to build decentralized applications (dApps) on a secure, scalable network. This project will become an onboarding tool for developers, making Cardano the go-to blockchain for AI-driven and decentralized solutions.
• Why This Matters: As the platform grows, it will attract more developers to Cardano, enriching its ecosystem with innovative dApps and solutions. This will create a positive feedback loop, where more dApps lead to more usersand transactions.
• Value for Money: The funds allocated for this project will pay dividends in the form of sustained developer interest and ecosystem growth, ensuring the long-term vibrancy of the Cardano ecosystem.

7. Enhancing Quality of Life via Automation

• Value Proposition: By automating routine tasks and reducing friction in transactional processes, the project aligns with Cardano's broader vision of using blockchain technology to improve global quality of life. It frees up time for individuals and businesses, allowing them to focus on creativity and innovation, rather than administrative or repetitive work.
• Why This Matters: The platform’s success will drive broader adoption of blockchain for everyday transactions, making financial tools accessible to a global audience. This promotes financial inclusion and empowers people in underbanked regions.
• Value for Money: For the investment, Cardano becomes associated with not just technological innovation, but also social and economic impact, improving its global reputation.

Conclusion: ROI for the Cardano Ecosystem

The 490,000 ADA investment in this project represents excellent value for the Cardano ecosystem because it:

• Drives mass adoption by simplifying blockchain interaction through AI.
• Establishes Cardano as a leader in the Cyber Economy, fostering long-term transaction growth.
• Showcases Cardano’s capabilities in handling advanced AI-blockchain integrations, attracting developers and businesses.
• Contributes to the growth of smart contracts and DeFi within the ecosystem, increasing on-chain activity.
• Decentralizes and scales Cardano’s network through increased staking and transaction validation.
• Enhances global quality of life, demonstrating Cardano’s potential to impact real-world problems.

This strategic investment strengthens Cardano’s role as a high-utility, secure, and scalable blockchain, while fostering the future AI-driven economy powered by blockchain.