INTMAX is a stateless Layer 2 protocol built on Ethereum, designed to provide scalable, private, and low-cost transactions. It aims to enable high-speed, confidential transfers while allowing users to maintain self-custody of their assets. ^[1]

Overview

INTMAX is a stateless Layer 2 solution for Ethereum that combines Plasma architecture with zero-knowledge proofs to improve privacy and scalability. It separates client-side data handling from blockchain execution, aiming to lower transaction costs and enhance privacy without compromising security. The system is designed to support efficient digital asset transfers, especially for use cases requiring speed and low fees.

INTMAX emphasizes optimized value transfers rather than general-purpose smart contracts, enabling features like multi-token distribution to multiple addresses in a single transaction at no extra cost. While it does not support EVM compatibility, its architecture prioritizes performance and cost efficiency, making it a focused solution for users seeking streamlined and secure token transfers. ^[2]

Architecture

INTMAX is a Layer 2 protocol on Ethereum that adopts a stateless architecture. This means it doesn’t require validators or nodes to store the full state of all accounts or contracts. Instead, it handles computation and state management off-chain while posting only essential data—such as nullifiers and a validity proof—on-chain. This design drastically reduces the on-chain data footprint and supports higher scalability and lower transaction costs.

At the core of INTMAX’s design is zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs), which allow off-chain computations to be verified securely without revealing sensitive information. By using short identifiers (around 4–5 bytes) and an interactive protocol for nullifier generation, INTMAX minimizes data per transaction. Its architecture blends elements of ZK-rollups and Plasma, combining ZKPs for trustless computation with mechanisms that improve on Plasma’s historical issues like complex exits and data availability. The protocol inherits security from Ethereum Layer 1 and aims to deliver a more efficient, privacy-preserving transaction layer. ^[2]

Products

Privacy Mining

Privacy Mining is a system developed by INTMAX to promote and reward private, trace-free crypto transactions. Participants earn ITX tokens by conducting privacy-preserving actions on the network, such as depositing and transferring ETH without revealing metadata or linking addresses. The mechanism operates with minimal fees and emphasizes anonymity, allowing users to contribute to the network's privacy infrastructure while being compensated for their activity.

The process runs on the Base chain and is accessible with just 0.1 ETH and a computer. Rewards are distributed using a fixed-supply schedule of 1,001 million ITX tokens over a structured 2,032-day halving cycle. INTMAX currently supports CLI-based mining, with plans to expand to a more user-friendly web interface. The system incentivizes individual privacy and strengthens the network’s Anonymity Set through collective participation. ^{[4] [9]}

INTMAX Wallet

The INTMAX Wallet is a mobile-first, browser-compatible crypto wallet focused on high-level security and ease of use. It employs advanced cryptographic techniques such as Multi-Party Computation (MPC) and Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) to protect assets and enable secure, private transactions without compromising usability.

Users can send crypto via simple links, bypassing traditional address inputs, and access their wallet from any device without requiring extensions, apps, or seed phrases. The wallet supports encrypted account sharing across devices, allowing seamless access and continuity. Its design offers security levels comparable to hardware wallets, aiming to provide a cost-effective yet secure alternative for managing digital assets. ^{[5] [10]}

ITX

ITX is the native token of the INTMAX Layer 2 network, designed to reward users who engage in privacy-preserving activity through mechanisms like Privacy Mining. It is earned through adherence to unlinkability rules, rather than distributed via traditional airdrops. Beyond its role as a reward, ITX may serve future functions such as enabling access to private transactions, participating in governance, and providing utility within privacy-focused applications. As demand for private, trace-free infrastructure grows across crypto, finance, and AI systems, ITX is positioned as a token tied to that emerging need. ^[3]

Partnerships

• Plat’Home
• Predicate
• 3AM Japan KK
• XinobiAI
• Mindscraft
• Plasma Free
• JibX
• ChainSecurity
• PixelPlex
• IdeaSoft