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Welcome to the comprehensive technical documentation for USE.COM, a next-generation centralized cryptocurrency exchange engineered for institutional-grade performance, deep liquidity, transparent risk controls, and sustainable token economics.
🎯 What is USE.COM?
USE.COM is a high-performance centralized exchange that combines:
Sub-millisecond matching with symbol-sharded architecture
Transparent risk management with published liquidation formulas
MPC + HSM custody with proof-of-reserves
Revenue-driven tokenomics with quarterly buyback-and-burn
Compliance-native design with tiered KYC/AML and jurisdictional gating
📊 Key Metrics at a Glance
Matching Latency (p99)
< 800 µs
In Development
API Latency (p99)
< 15 ms globally
In Development
Uptime SLA
99.95%
Target
Total Token Supply
200,000,000
Fixed
Burn Target
50% (to 100M)
Revenue-driven
Insurance Fund Coverage
> 5% of Open Interest
Target
🏗️ Documentation Structure
This documentation is organized into comprehensive sections covering all aspects of the USE.COM exchange:
Part I: Introduction & Vision
Abstract - Executive overview and system architecture
Vision & Mission - Core principles and operating pillars
Part II: Market Analysis
Market Opportunity - Industry landscape and growth potential
Problems with Existing CEXs - Critical gaps in current exchanges
Part III: The USE.COM Solution
Solution Overview - Comprehensive platform architecture
Core Principles & Design Philosophy - Six foundational principles
Part IV: Technical Architecture
Product Architecture Overview - Microservices and system design
Matching Engine & Order Book Design - Sub-millisecond matching
Risk Engine & Liquidation System - Transparent risk mathematics
Wallet Infrastructure & Custody Model - MPC + HSM custody
Deposit & Withdrawal Architecture - Multi-chain support
Security Architecture - Defense-in-depth security
Compliance, KYC & AML Framework - Regulatory compliance
Infrastructure & Scalability - Cloud-native scaling
Part V: Trading Products
Trading Products Overview - Spot, margin, perpetuals, options
Part VI: Trading Products & Economics
Fee Model - Competitive fee structure with volume discounts
Liquidity Strategy - Market maker programs and incentives
Market Making Framework - Algorithmic market making
Part VII: Tokenomics
Token Utility Overview - USE token benefits and use cases
Tokenomics Summary - Complete economic model
Presale Structure - Token sale details
Presale Stages & Pricing - Stage-by-stage breakdown
Angel Investment Round - Early investor terms
VC Investment Round - Institutional investment
Vesting & Unlock Schedules - Token release schedule
Buyback & Burn Mechanism - Deflationary economics
Circulating Supply at TGE - Initial supply metrics
Treasury Management - Fund allocation strategy
Part VIII: Growth Strategy
Ecosystem & Developer Programs - Developer grants and hackathons
Marketing & Growth Strategy - User acquisition and branding
Part IX: Roadmap & Execution
Technical Roadmap - 5-phase development plan
Business Roadmap - Market expansion strategy
Competitive Landscape - Market analysis and positioning
Revenue Model & Projections - Financial forecasts
Part X: Governance & Legal
Governance Framework - Decision-making structure
Risk Factors - Comprehensive risk disclosure
Legal Disclaimer - Terms and conditions
Conclusion - Vision and call to action
Appendices
Glossary - Key terms and definitions
Mathematical Formulas Reference - All formulas in one place
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
🔑 Key Differentiators
1. Performance Engineering
Symbol-sharded matching engine with deterministic ordering
Event-sourced architecture with sub-millisecond internal latency
Global edge POPs with Anycast routing
Hardware-aware optimization and co-location support
2. Radical Transparency
Published liquidation formulas and risk parameters
Real-time insurance fund reporting
Quarterly proof-of-reserves and liabilities
Public latency and uptime dashboards
Auditable burn transactions with on-chain proofs
3. Security-First Design
MPC + HSM key management
Hot/warm/cold wallet segregation
Withdrawal policy engine with risk scoring
Dual-control admin operations
Continuous security monitoring and external audits
4. Sustainable Economics
Revenue-driven buyback-and-burn (20% of net profits)
Hard supply cap with deflationary mechanism
Transparent vesting schedules
No inflationary emissions
Governance-aligned treasury management
5. Compliance Native
Tiered KYC/AML framework
Travel rule integration
Jurisdiction-aware product gating
Regulator-ready audit trails
Progressive licensing strategy
📐 Core Formulas
Liquidation Price Calculation
Where:
MMR = Maintenance Margin Requirement
± depends on position direction (long/short)
Burn Mechanism
Where:
NP_t = Quarterly net profit
P_avg_t = VWAP during buyback window
Circulating_t = Current circulating supply
Fee Discount Formula
Where:
H = Token holding multiple relative to threshold
θ = Discount slope (0.02)
δ_max = Maximum discount cap (0.5 or 50%)
🎯 Target Audience
This documentation serves multiple audiences:
Traders: Understand risk parameters, fee structures, and execution quality
Investors: Evaluate tokenomics, revenue model, and growth strategy
Developers: Integrate APIs, build tools, and contribute to ecosystem
Institutions: Assess custody, compliance, and operational controls
Regulators: Review compliance framework and risk management
Market Makers: Understand liquidity programs and incentive structures
📈 Token Distribution
Total Supply: 200,000,000 tokens
Presale
35%
70,000,000
Community distribution
VC Investment
10%
20,000,000
Strategic capital
Angel Investment
5%
10,000,000
Early believers
Team
10%
20,000,000
Core contributors
Marketing & Listing
10%
20,000,000
Growth & partnerships
Ecosystem Reserve
15%
30,000,000
Developer grants
Airdrop
5%
10,000,000
User acquisition
Liquidity Provision
7%
14,000,000
Market depth
Influencers & KOLs
1%
2,000,000
Awareness
Operations
2%
4,000,000
Strategic growth
🚀 Development Roadmap
Q1 2025
Core spot engine GA
MPC/HSM custody implementation
Proof-of-reserves beta
Public performance dashboards
Q2 2025
Perpetual futures launch
Cross/isolated margin
Insurance fund transparency portal
Portfolio margin for correlated assets
Q3 2025
Advanced order types (TWAP/VWAP)
Regional edge POPs
Failover drills and SLO reporting
Portfolio margin expansion
Q4 2025
Options pilot
On-chain governance attestations
Chain-agnostic settlement
Additional custody integrations
🔗 Quick Links
Website: USE.COM (placeholder)
API Documentation: Coming Soon
GitHub: Coming Soon
Community: Coming Soon
Support: Coming Soon
⚠️ Important Notice
This documentation is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or tax advice. Cryptocurrency trading involves substantial risk of loss. Please read the Legal Disclaimer carefully before participating.
📝 Document Version
Version: 1.0
Last Updated: December 2024
Status: Draft - In Development
Next Review: Q1 2025
🤝 Contributing
We welcome feedback and contributions to improve this documentation. Please follow our contribution guidelines and code of conduct.
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