FAQ
General Questions
What makes Intenus different from DEX aggregators like 1inch?
Traditional DEX aggregators find the best route across known DEXs at the moment you trade. Intenus creates a competitive marketplace where multiple solvers bid to execute your trade, often finding better opportunities through:
Peer-to-peer matching (like CoW Protocol)
MEV capture and redistribution
Predictive routing based on market conditions
Multi-protocol strategies beyond simple swaps
Additionally, our AI-powered ranking evaluates solutions across multiple dimensions (not just price), and all intents are encrypted to prevent front-running.
Is Intenus only for advanced traders?
Not at all! Intenus is designed to be simpler than traditional DeFi. You express what you want in plain language, and the protocol handles all complexity. Advanced traders can leverage sophisticated features, but beginners benefit from optimal execution without needing to understand the mechanics.
What tokens and chains does Intenus support?
Intenus currently operates on Sui blockchain and supports all SPL tokens. Cross-chain bridging support is in development and will enable trading across multiple blockchains.
How long does it take to execute a trade?
Most intents execute within 30 seconds to 2 minutes:
Solver discovery: 10-30 seconds
AI ranking: 5-15 seconds
On-chain execution: 5-30 seconds
Time-sensitive intents can prioritize speed over marginal price improvements.
Trading Questions
What fees does Intenus charge?
Fee structure:
Protocol Fee: 0.1-0.3% of trade value (competitive with DEXs)
Solver Fee: Varies by solution quality (typically 0.05-0.15%)
Gas Fees: Standard Sui network fees (usually <$0.01)
Total fees are typically lower than manually trading across multiple protocols, and you get better execution.
Can I cancel an intent after submitting?
Yes, intents can be cancelled anytime before execution begins. Once the winning solution starts executing, cancellation is not possible (to prevent manipulation).
What happens if no solver submits a solution?
If no solutions are submitted within the intent deadline:
Intent automatically expires
No fees are charged
Your assets remain in your wallet
You can submit a new intent with adjusted parameters
How do I know I'm getting the best price?
Transparency features:
View all submitted solutions before execution
Compare against real-time DEX prices
See historical execution quality
Access detailed execution reports post-trade
What if the solver's solution doesn't execute as promised?
Multiple protections:
Simulations: All solutions are simulated before selection
Commitments: Solvers stake capital and sign commitments
Verification: Actual outcomes must match promises
Slashing: Poor performance results in reputation loss and stake slashing
Compensation: In case of solver misbehavior, you're protected by their staked capital
Security Questions
How secure is Intenus?
Security is multi-layered:
Smart Contract Security: Audited by leading security firms
TEE Security: AI ranking in hardware-secured environments
Economic Security: Solver staking and slashing mechanisms
Cryptographic Security: Intent encryption via Seal protocol
Continuous Monitoring: Real-time anomaly detection
Can solvers see my trading intentions?
No. Your intents are encrypted and only qualified solvers with proper credentials can decrypt them during limited auction windows. Intent details are never publicly visible.
Is my wallet at risk?
Your wallet security is maintained:
You approve each transaction
Funds never leave your custody until execution
No unlimited token approvals required
Smart contracts cannot access funds beyond approved intents
How is front-running prevented?
Multiple mechanisms:
Intent encryption hides trade details
Batch execution prevents order manipulation
Time-bounded solver access
MEV protection built into ranking algorithm
Sealed-bid auction structure
Solver Questions
How much capital do I need to become a solver?
Minimum requirements:
Stake: 10,000 SUI (adjustable by governance)
Infrastructure: Server for running solver logic
Liquidity Access: Ability to execute across protocols
Higher stakes provide competitive advantages in rankings.
How do solvers make money?
Revenue streams:
Execution Fees: 70% of protocol fees for winning solutions
Performance Bonuses: Extra rewards for consistent quality
MEV Capture: Keep value extracted through optimal routing
Reputation Value: Higher visibility leads to more wins
What happens if my solution fails to execute?
Consequences depend on failure type:
Technical Failure (network issues): Minimal reputation impact
Simulation Error: Moderate reputation penalty
Malicious Behavior: Severe slashing and potential ban
Repeated Failures: Automatic disqualification
Can I run multiple solver strategies?
Yes! You can:
Register multiple solver addresses
Run different algorithms simultaneously
Specialize in different intent types
Compete with yourself to find best strategies
Technical Questions
What is IGS and why does it matter?
IGS (Intenus General Standard) is a unified schema for representing intents and solutions. It matters because:
Enables solver interoperability
Allows protocol extensions without breaking changes
Ensures verifiable execution
Facilitates AI model training
How does the AI ranking work?
The process:
Intent classification determines optimal ranking strategy
Solutions evaluated across multiple dimensions
Reinforcement learning model combines scores
Ranking computed in TEE for verifiability
Continuous learning from execution outcomes
All ranking logic is auditable and reproducible.
What is a Trusted Execution Environment (TEE)?
A TEE is a secure area within a processor that:
Isolates computation from external access
Provides cryptographic attestation of correct execution
Protects confidentiality of processed data
Enables verifiable off-chain computation
Intenus uses Nautilus TEE infrastructure on Sui.
Can I verify the AI ranking was done correctly?
Yes! Every ranking includes:
Attestation Proof: Cryptographic verification
Input Hash: Verifiable reference to solutions
Reproducibility: Same inputs = same output
Audit Trail: Complete ranking history on Walrus
What happens to my data?
Data flow:
Encrypted Intents: Stored on Walrus, encrypted via Seal
Solutions: Temporarily stored, winning solution archived
Execution History: Public record (anonymized)
Training Data: Aggregated and anonymized for AI improvement
You control privacy settings for your intents.
Economic Questions
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