What is Sovren
Sovren is the settlement rail for real infrastructure markets.
Sovren is a Cosmos SDK Layer 1 with 26 protocol modules. One settlement primitive. One slash primitive. Operators are issued SOVR for verified work: shards stored, bytes forwarded, queries served. Not synthetic mining.
Clients buy what they use. Operators earn attestation share + per-voucher revenue. Built on CometBFT with IBC and a Hyperlane bridge to Base.
*SOVR is used to log participation and settle activity. Issuance follows protocol rules, is based on verified work, and is not guaranteed. Not an investment.
One settlement rail for every infrastructure market.
Sovren doesn't host every app. It's the rail apps use to measure and settle real work. x/storage, x/gateway, x/bandwidth, x/inference (on the roadmap), x/vectordb all use one payment primitive and one slash primitive. Adding a market = new voucher domain. Not a new payment rail.
x/storagex/gatewayx/bandwidthx/inference (on the roadmap)x/vectordbAdding a market = new voucher domain. Not a new payment rail.
*SOVR is used to log participation and settle activity. Issuance follows protocol rules, is based on verified work, and is not guaranteed. Not an investment.
Run a node. Verify real work. Get issued SOVR.
Operators are issued SOVR on signed proof of real service delivered: shards stored, bytes forwarded, queries served. Not on CPU metrics. Attestation turns receipts for delivered work into operator reward weight. No synthetic mining.
Why this matters: No mining. No guessing. Your node does real work, creates cryptographic proof, gets verified by consensus, and the protocol issues SOVR to log your contribution. Four steps. Fully auditable.
One token. SOVR.
SOVR is the only token on Sovren Network. It is used for staking, governance, gas, paying for network services and operator rewards.
SOVR
Staking, governance and network services
- • Staked to validators
- • Used for governance
- • Pays network gas
- • Bridgeable to Base
- • Capped at 1,000,000,000
Rewards for verified work.
A fixed supply, a capped bootstrap reserve and usage payments support verified infrastructure work.
Fixed supply
- 1,000,000,000 SOVR. All of it exists on-chain from genesis, and no mechanism can add more.
- Rewards for verified work: a capped 150 million SOVR bootstrap reserve rewards attesting operators early on, and usage payments take over as the network grows. Both depend on verified work.
Usage-Priced Settlement
- Settlement: every settled payment splits 50% Burn + Recycle, 25% operator pool, 25% company allocation. Burn + Recycle returns spent SOVR to the reserve to fund future rewards.
- Vesting: claimed rewards release linearly over 180 days.
Built on proven infrastructure.
Sovren combines battle-tested consensus with new settlement primitives. No science experiments in production.
| Layer | Component | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus | CometBFT (Tendermint) BFT | Tolerates up to 1/3 Byzantine voting power |
| Chain Framework | Cosmos SDK v0.53 | Used by major chains in production (Cosmos Hub, Osmosis, Binance Chain, etc.) |
| Cross-Chain | IBC-Go v10 + Hyperlane bridge to Base | Native SOVR bridges to a wrapped ERC-20 on Base |
| Smart Contracts | CosmWasm Enabled | Optional per-module opt-in for extensions |
| Gas Denomination | usovr (1 SOVR = 1,000,000 usovr) | Predictable fee model for validators |
| Address Format | Bech32 sovr1... | Standard Cosmos format. sovrvaloper1... for validators |
First-Party Modules
26 protocol modules. Service markets share one settlement primitive.
Interoperable With
Operators keep the network honest.
Running a Sovren node means you verify real work and submit signed attestations. You're not mining. You're auditing.
1. Node License
REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE
Grants the right to operate a node and submit attestations. 12-month transfer lockup.
2. SOVR Stake
SKIN IN THE GAME
Minimum SOVR stake required. Subject to slashing for invalid attestations. Withdrawals have unbonding period.
3. Commodity Hardware
RUN WORKLOADS
Storage, bandwidth or verification node. GPU inference is on the roadmap.
How Issuance Works
Your node performs or verifies real work: store shards, forward bytes, serve queries.
Work creates a domain-separated signed receipt. You submit it to x/attestation.
Attestation aggregates receipts. Your share of verified weight determines SOVR issuance.
Clients pay for services in SOVR. Each settled payment splits 50/25/25, and the operator pool is shared across operators by verified work.
Ready to operate?
Running a node requires technical setup and ongoing participation. Review requirements first.
Full requirements and setup guide: Whitepaper
Common questions.
Sovren is infrastructure, not an investment. These answers reflect the whitepaper and SEC guidance.
Is SOVR an investment?
No. SOVR is a store-of-value and security asset used to operate and secure the network.
It is used for: staking to validators, governance voting, paying network gas, and bridging to Base as a wrapped ERC-20.
Holding SOVR does not guarantee any return. Issuance is based on verified work submitted to x/attestation and follows protocol rules. There is no promise of profit from the efforts of others.
No. SOVR is a store-of-value and security asset used to operate and secure the network.
It is used for: staking to validators, governance voting, paying network gas, and bridging to Base as a wrapped ERC-20.
Holding SOVR does not guarantee any return. Issuance is based on verified work submitted to x/attestation and follows protocol rules. There is no promise of profit from the efforts of others.
How is this different from Filecoin or other storage chains?
Three differences:
- Settlement rail, not single app: Sovren uses one payment primitive for storage, bandwidth, vector search, and more. Others rebuild payments per market.
- Signed receipts: Work is proven via domain-separated signed vouchers. Not synthetic PoW or PoRep metrics.
- One token: SOVR settles every market, so there is one unit of account.
Three differences:
- Settlement rail, not single app: Sovren uses one payment primitive for storage, bandwidth, vector search, and more. Others rebuild payments per market.
- Signed receipts: Work is proven via domain-separated signed vouchers. Not synthetic PoW or PoRep metrics.
- One token: SOVR settles every market, so there is one unit of account.
What happens if I stop running a node?
You stop receiving issuance. Staked SOVR enters an unbonding period before you can withdraw.
There is no penalty for stopping. You just don't get issued SOVR for work you didn't do.
You stop receiving issuance. Staked SOVR enters an unbonding period before you can withdraw.
There is no penalty for stopping. You just don't get issued SOVR for work you didn't do.
Is SOVR a security?
Sovren is designed to function without reliance on the efforts of others. Operators run their own nodes and submit their own work.
SOVR is used to log participation, settle activity and pay for network services. It is not marketed with an expectation of profit.
We follow the SEC's 2019 Framework for Digital Assets. For full legal analysis, see Legal & Regulatory.
Sovren is designed to function without reliance on the efforts of others. Operators run their own nodes and submit their own work.
SOVR is used to log participation, settle activity and pay for network services. It is not marketed with an expectation of profit.
We follow the SEC's 2019 Framework for Digital Assets. For full legal analysis, see Legal & Regulatory.
Can I lose money running a node?
Yes. Risks include:
- Hardware, bandwidth, and electricity costs
- Slashing of staked SOVR for invalid attestations or downtime
- Market price volatility of SOVR
- Protocol bugs or governance changes
This is not passive. You must operate infrastructure. Review the Node Operator Agreement and full risk disclosure at Legal & Regulatory before participating.
Yes. Risks include:
- Hardware, bandwidth, and electricity costs
- Slashing of staked SOVR for invalid attestations or downtime
- Market price volatility of SOVR
- Protocol bugs or governance changes
This is not passive. You must operate infrastructure. Review the Node Operator Agreement and full risk disclosure at Legal & Regulatory before participating.
Where do I get SOVR?
Operators receive SOVR for verified work. For current trading venues, see sovrentech.io/get-sovr. We do not operate exchanges or give investment advice.
Operators receive SOVR for verified work. For current trading venues, see sovrentech.io/get-sovr. We do not operate exchanges or give investment advice.
Important Disclosures
Forward-Looking Statements: This presentation contains forward-looking statements regarding the Sovren network, token distribution, node operations, and anticipated project developments. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and changes in circumstances that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Sovren Technologies Inc. undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.
Not Financial Advice: Nothing in this presentation constitutes financial advice, investment advice, trading advice, or any other type of advice. The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only. You should not make any decision, financial or otherwise, based on the information presented here without conducting your own research and consulting with a qualified financial advisor.
No Guarantee of Returns: Participation in the Sovren network, including node ownership, does not guarantee any financial return, profit, or income. The value of tokens, if any, may fluctuate and could result in partial or total loss. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Token Rewards: Any rewards, tokens, or distributions described in this presentation are subject to the project's terms and conditions, the Node Operator Agreement, and applicable laws and regulations. Token allocations, distribution schedules, and reward mechanisms may change at the discretion of Sovren Technologies Inc.
Regulatory Considerations: Digital assets and blockchain technologies are subject to evolving regulatory frameworks. Participation in the Sovren network may be restricted or prohibited in certain jurisdictions. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.
Risk of Loss: Blockchain and digital asset activities involve significant risk. You should only participate with funds you can afford to lose. Sovren Technologies Inc. is not responsible for any losses incurred through participation in the network.
This presentation is intended as a simple educational overview. For complete terms, please review the Terms of Service, Node Operator Agreement, and Legal & Regulatory documents.
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