Technical Architecture

The ShadowOS protocol architecture consists of three modular layers:

1. ZK Transaction Core

Handles the generation, verification, and batching of zero-knowledge x402 proofs. This core ensures stealth transaction integrity, preventing double-spends while maintaining invisibility.

2. AI Identity Layer

Manages pseudonymous identity creation, reputation scoring, and AI-driven proof-of-personhood. Uses encrypted behavioral analysis and federated learning to preserve user privacy.

3. Bridge Interface Layer

A developer-facing layer providing SDKs and APIs for wallets, dApps, and merchants to integrate stealth payments and pseudonymous identity features. This ensures easy adoption while maintaining security and full decentralization.

Each transaction within ShadowOS follows a privacy-preserving lifecycle:

1. User initiates a payment request.

2. Data is encrypted and masked via x402 algorithms.

3. The network validates through zero-knowledge consensus.

4. The AI pseudonym updates both participants’ reputation shadows.

The outcome is an invisible transaction — verified, compliant, and secure.