What Naoris Protocol does

Naoris Protocol operates a post-quantum cybersecurity and blockchain infrastructure platform structured as an EVM-compatible Layer 1 network. The operating entity is NDSE Cyber Ltd (Bahamas), with technology licensed through Naoris Quantum Protocol Inc. (United States). The company's stated target customers span enterprise, government, and Web3 segments across banking, defense, IoT, smart vehicles, healthcare, supply chain, and space technology verticals, with go-to-market executed via the $NAORIS token, ecosystem partnerships, and infrastructure integrations rather than direct enterprise sales.

The core product is a Decentralized Trust Mesh in which distributed validator nodes perform continuous trust and integrity validation of devices, transactions, and network participants. The technical stack combines NIST-aligned Dilithium post-quantum cryptography with a proprietary dPoSec (distributed Proof of Security) consensus mechanism and an embedded SWARM AI layer for real-time anomaly detection, predictive risk scoring, and autonomous threat response. Supporting evidence cited by the company includes 1M+ security nodes, 1.9M+ DePIN endpoints, 105M+ testnet transactions, and 600M+ mitigated threats, with peer-reviewed publications in IEEE and MDPI and a Hashlock security audit.

The business model is token-centric: the $NAORIS token functions as the network's native asset for transaction fees, staking, and validator incentives, complemented by a $3M Mason Labs strategic round in 2025 and an aggregate ~$34M raised across prior rounds. Revenue mechanics beyond tokenomics are not disclosed; the company has stated expectations of POC and enterprise revenue commencing in 2025 and profitability within 2025, but mainnet only launched on April 1, 2026. Commercial expansion is increasingly executed through Naoris Ventures and embedding dPoSec into partner chains such as Mova, Hivello, Level One Robotics, FacilPay, and Electra AI.

Name

Naoris Protocol

Legal name

NDSE Cyber Ltd

Website

https://naorisprotocol.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Naoris Protocol is a post-quantum cybersecurity blockchain providing an EVM-compatible Layer 1 network with NIST-aligned Dilithium cryptography and a Decentralized Trust Mesh for real-time device validation, serving enterprises, governments, and Web3 builders across defense, banking, IoT, and critical infrastructure.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Post-Quantum Layer 1 Blockchain Infrastructure

NAICS

Securities and Commodity Exchanges (523210), Financial Transactions Processing, Reserve, and Clearinghouse Activities (522320)

SIC

Finance Services (6199), Security Brokers, Dealers & Flotation Companies (6211)

akta.pro primary industry

Privacy, Data Protection & Compliance (zk compliance, GDPR/PII handling) (FSAPAJAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Blockchain Analytics & Transaction Monitoring (FSADALAB), AML/KYC, KYB & Identity Verification (VASP/Travel Rule) (FSAPAJAC), Compliance Identity & KYC/KYB for Wallets (on-chain identity, reusable KYC, travel rule tooling) (FSAPACAL)

Keywords

• Post-quantum blockchain
• Decentralized cybersecurity
• Layer 1 protocol
• Quantum-resistant cryptography
• DePIN security infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Wilmington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. $NAORIS Token Public Sale: One-time public token offering of 24,000,000 tokens at $0.125 per token during 20/05/2025 - 30/06/2025, with fundraising target of $3M USD. Private pre-sale rounds occurred at $0.04 and $0.08 per token. Total aggregate capital raised across rounds reached $34 million.
2. Network Transaction Fees (Gas): Sub-cent baseline transaction fees paid in $NAORIS for network usage including transactions, validation, and on-chain applications. Fees distributed among active validator devices and a sustainability reserve. Engineered to operate at near-zero or zero cost when network utilization is high.
3. Enterprise Proof-of-Concept and Deployment Revenue: Beginning in 2025, the company is converting pilots with government and enterprise counterparties into contracted deployments. The MiCA whitepaper notes the company expects to achieve profitability during the 2025 financial year as recurring revenues begin to exceed the stable cost base (~$5M per annum).
4. Naoris Ventures Investment and Strategic Deployment Revenue: Strategic venture arm investing in and developing quantum-resistant solutions across robotics, smart cities, energy, finance, defense, and AI sectors. Generates revenue through equity stakes and ecosystem partnerships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Naoris Protocol operates a post-quantum, EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain secured by a custom dPoSec consensus mechanism and Dilithium-based post-quantum cryptography. The network turns every connected device into a self-validating node within a Decentralized Trust Mesh, continuously assessing peer trust in real time using Decentralized SWARM AI. Native utility token $NAORIS powers network fees, staking/bonding by validators, and governance, while the platform is also sold/licensed to enterprises and governments for proof-of-concept and deployment use cases across Web3, DePIN, banking, defense, IoT, and critical infrastructure.

Product overview

Naoris Protocol is a unified blockchain-and-cybersecurity platform built around a single core product — its post-quantum, EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain (the Naoris Mainnet) — that integrates multiple technology modules working together. At the foundation is the dPoSec (Decentralized Proof of Security) consensus mechanism and the Decentralized Trust Mesh architecture, which together turn every connected device into a self-validating node. The Decentralized SWARM AI and DataScan node infrastructure provide AI-driven, real-time threat detection on top of the mesh, while the Validator Node Network (comprising Validator, Post-Quantum, Bridge, and Storage nodes) supplies the operational backbone. The $NAORIS token is the native utility asset that powers network fees, staking, validation rewards, and governance. Supporting products include the Naoris Bridge for cross-chain interoperability, the Naoris Agent client for device-side participation, the Post-Quantum DePIN Testnet (historical development environment), and Naoris Ventures (the strategic investment arm extending the protocol into sectors like robotics, energy, finance, defense, and AI). The platform is positioned as a Layer 1 alternative to legacy chains for the quantum era, intended for enterprises, governments, and Web3 builders requiring post-quantum-secure infrastructure.

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Brands

• Naoris Ventures: Venture arm launched in October 2025 to accelerate adoption of decentralized, post-quantum security infrastructure across critical sectors such as robotics, smart cities, energy, finance, defense, and AI.

Products and services

• Naoris Protocol Mainnet Production-ready EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain built with post-quantum cryptography (NIST-aligned Dilithium-based signatures) using the dPoSec consensus mechanism. Provides sub-10ms transaction finality, up to 70,000 TPS throughput, and secures digital assets against future quantum threats for enterprises, governments, and Web3 builders.
• $NAORIS Token Native ERC-20 utility token of the Naoris Protocol network. Used for paying network transaction fees, staking/bonding by validators, governance voting on protocol upgrades, and incentivizing honest participation. Tradeable on multiple CEX/DEX platforms.
• Decentralized Trust Mesh
• Post-Quantum DePIN Testnet Pre-mainnet DePIN test network where users ran security nodes in exchange for Points later swappable to $NAORIS. Validated 105M+ post-quantum transactions, 3.3M+ wallets, 1M+ security nodes, and 600M+ threats mitigated before the mainnet launch.
• Naoris Ventures Naoris Protocol's strategic venture arm aimed at accelerating the adoption of decentralized, post-quantum security infrastructure across critical sectors including robotics, smart cities, energy, finance, defense, and AI. Generates revenue through equity stakes and ecosystem partnerships.
• Naoris Bridge
• Naoris Agent Lightweight client software that can run on phones, servers, or IoT sensors to join the Naoris validator pool. Stakes $NAORIS, performs attest-and-vote routines, and contributes to network consensus and threat detection.

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Integration9 records

AI capability7 records

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Electra AI (ELECTRA AI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 June 2026Partnership to develop a post-quantum cybersecurity framework combining ELECTRA AI's AI Brain for Batteries platform with Naoris's decentralized trust layer to secure battery telemetry, firmware, and AI model data against quantum threats across battery storage, renewable energy, data centers, EVs, and robotics. Addresses long-term resilience (10-15+ years) and harvest-now-decrypt-later scenarios.
• Mova Chain (Aqua Group)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2026Mova, backed by Aqua Group, announced a strategic investment in Naoris Protocol to launch secure card and payment infrastructure. The collaboration integrates Naoris' post-quantum dPoSec consensus model into Mova Chain's financial stack, including a joint card and payments program; deal signed at the 'Power Meets Innovation: Securing the Post-Quantum Future' forum in Abu Dhabi hosted by Aqua Labs Investments.
• Hivello (Blockmate Ventures investee)coreTechnology or Integration · 2 December 2025Hivello partnered with Naoris Protocol to integrate quantum-resistant cybersecurity, becoming the world's first quantum-resistant DePIN earning platform; aims to enhance security and trust in the decentralized infrastructure ecosystem, targeting mass-market adoption.
• BitGocoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 2 December 2025Partnered with Naoris Protocol for a VIP reception during Miami Art Basel 2025 to connect technology and art leaders and showcase digital and physical art installations.
• FacilPayminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 November 2025Naoris Protocol and FacilPay joined forces to secure intent-centric payments for the unbanked and Web3 users, leveraging Naoris's post-quantum security for payment validation.
• Naoris VenturesflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 October 2025Naoris Protocol's venture arm, launched October 2025, accelerates the adoption of decentralized, post-quantum security infrastructure across critical sectors worldwide (robotics, smart cities, energy, finance, defense, AI). Invests in and develops quantum-resistant solutions integrated into essential global infrastructure.
• Michael Terpin (Strategic Advisor)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 October 2025Founder & CEO of Transform Ventures, author of Amazon best-selling 'Bitcoin Supercycle', and early blockchain investor/advisor to over 200 crypto projects; joined Naoris Protocol as Strategic Advisor in October 2025 to advocate for quantum-resistant blockchain infrastructure.
• Orber AI by GalaxyHubminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 October 2025Naoris Protocol announced a strategic partnership with Orber AI by GalaxyHub to innovate security for the future of Web3.
• Level One RoboticscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 September 2025Naoris Protocol and Level One Robotics partnered to secure the future of industrial automation through integration of post-quantum security into robotics systems. Level One Robotics is also a co-investor in Naoris.
• T-Mobile US and Deutsche TelekomcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 May 2023Won T-Mobile US and Deutsche Telekom's six-month global T Challenge competition (2023) for Web3 and 5G security solutions. Winners share over half a million dollars and develop technology further with T-Mobile US and Deutsche Telekom in the U.S. and Europe.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

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Direct peers

• Quantum Resistant Ledger (QRL): Quantum Resistant Ledger is a direct competitor as a dedicated post-quantum secure blockchain using XMSS hash-based signatures. Both target the same enterprise and government need for quantum-resistant ledger infrastructure, though QRL focuses on hash-based signatures while Naoris uses Dilithium lattice-based signatures.
• Algorand: Algorand is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 with institutional-grade focus on security, finality, and compliance. Both target enterprise and government adoption with a focus on regulated digital asset infrastructure, though Algorand uses standard cryptography while Naoris is purpose-built post-quantum.
• Hedera Hashgraph: Hedera is an enterprise-grade distributed ledger with council governance (Google, IBM, etc.) and high throughput. It competes for the same regulated-enterprise and government use cases that Naoris targets, with similar positioning around compliance, audit trails, and institutional customers.
• IOTA: IOTA is a DAG-based distributed ledger with strong positioning in IoT, DePIN, and machine-to-machine economies. It overlaps with Naoris's IoT/SCADA/Industrial control and DePIN security use cases, and has been actively working on quantum-resistant cryptographic primitives.
• Quant Network (Overledger): Quant Network focuses on enterprise blockchain interoperability with emphasis on post-quantum security and regulated financial infrastructure (DORA, MiCA readiness). It is comparable as an enterprise-grade, post-quantum-aware interoperability and trust layer for multi-chain deployments.

Broad incumbents

• Ethereum (post-quantum roadmap): Ethereum is the dominant smart-contract Layer 1 with active post-quantum cryptography research and migration roadmaps. It is the most significant competitive threat to Naoris as the incumbent that enterprise and Web3 developers already use, and whose eventual PQC transition could neutralize Naoris's first-mover differentiation.
• Solana: Solana is a high-throughput Layer 1 with sub-second finality and a large developer ecosystem. While not post-quantum native, it competes for the same throughput-intensive Web3 and DePIN workloads that Naoris targets with its 70,000 TPS architecture.
• Cardano: Cardano is a peer-reviewed, academically grounded Layer 1 with emphasis on formal verification and security. Both companies publish academic whitepapers (IEEE, MDPI) and pursue enterprise/government adoption, making Cardano a relevant incumbent peer for security-focused, research-backed Layer 1 infrastructure.
• Polygon (AggLayer/polygon Labs): Polygon is a leading Ethereum Layer 2 ecosystem with broad institutional and enterprise adoption and active work on ZK and post-quantum cryptography. Its Head of DeFi (Jack Melnick) sits on Naoris's advisory board, highlighting the strategic overlap between the two ecosystems.

Others

• Chainlink: Chainlink is the leading blockchain oracle and data infrastructure network used to bring real-world data on-chain. It is an adjacent infrastructure peer for the Web3 security and oracle ecosystem in which Naoris operates, and a potential integration partner for verifiable trust signals.

Market position

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Funding overview

Funding rounds7 records

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