Blocktree is a tree-based blockchain designed for interstellar decentralized applications (DApps), AI-driven decentralized finance (DeFi), and edge computing. Unlike traditional linear blockchains, Blocktree uses a dynamically growing tree architecture with periodic branch splits guided by spectral clustering (Fiedler vector of a latency-based Laplacian matrix). It features subsecond block times, Proof of Work (PoW) consensus, and a unified cryptocurrency, Blocktree Coin (BKT). Blocktree aims to power scalable, permissionless networks for Martian commerce, autonomous AI economies, and IoT networks.

This project is an open-source initiative, inviting developers to contribute to a decentralized future spanning Earth and beyond. See our white paper for details.

• Tree Architecture: Scales via isolated branches, split using latency-aware clustering.
• Proof of Work: Permissionless mining with subsecond block times (~0.2s).
• Spectral Clustering: Fiedler vector-based node partitioning for efficient splits.
• Blocktree Coin (BKT): Unified cryptocurrency with exponential reward decay.
• Modular Design: Extensible for P2P networking, interstellar transactions, and DApps.

• Rust 1.75+ (install via rustup)
• Git

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/blocktree.git
   cd blocktree

2. Build the project:

   cargo build

3. Run the prototype:

   cargo run

4. Run tests:

   cargo test

The prototype simulates a single-node Blocktree with:

• A genesis block in the root branch.
• Periodic branch splits after 5 blocks.
• Transaction support with Merkle roots.
• Mock P2P networking and in-memory storage.

See src/main.rs for example usage.

• src/block.rs: Block structure with Merkle root.
• src/transaction.rs: Transaction model.
• src/consensus.rs: PoW with dynamic difficulty.
• src/clustering.rs: Spectral clustering for branch splits.
• src/coin.rs: BKT management.
• src/network.rs: Mock P2P networking.
• src/storage.rs: In-memory block storage.
• src/tree.rs: Tree architecture.
• src/blocktree.rs: Main orchestrator.
• src/tests/: Integration tests.

We welcome contributions! Please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a feature branch (git checkout -b feature/your-feature).
3. Commit changes (git commit -m "Add your feature").
4. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/your-feature).
5. Open a pull request.

See CONTRIBUTING.md for details (to be added).

• 2025 Prototype: Implement P2P networking, optimize clustering.
• Mid-2025 Beta: Test AI DeFi and edge DApps.
• 2026 Testnets: Simulate interstellar conditions (e.g., Earth-Mars delays).
• See the white paper for full roadmap.

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: blocktree.com
• GitHub Issues: Report bugs or suggest features

Join us in building a decentralized cosmic future!