About Soqucoin

The first production cryptocurrency with native post-quantum signature verification, built to protect value in the quantum computing era.

Our Mission

Quantum computers will break the cryptography that secures today's cryptocurrencies. Soqucoin exists to solve this problem before it becomes a crisis. We're building a cryptocurrency that uses NIST-standardized post-quantum signatures from day one—not as an afterthought, but as the foundation. No migration, no soft forks, no compromises.

Why Post-Quantum Matters

The Threat

Today's cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.) use ECDSA signatures based on elliptic curve math. Quantum computers running Shor's algorithm can solve this math in hours, allowing attackers to forge signatures and steal funds.

The Timeline

Experts estimate cryptographically-relevant quantum computers could arrive between 2030-2035. But "harvest now, decrypt later" attacks mean your on-chain transactions are already being recorded for future decryption.

The Solution

Soqucoin uses ML-DSA-44 (Dilithium), a NIST-standardized lattice-based signature scheme. Its security comes from mathematical problems that even quantum computers cannot solve efficiently.

Industry Inaction

Most blockchains (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Dogecoin) still use vulnerable ECDSA signatures. Early post-quantum attempts faced severe performance penalties—Dilithium signatures are 37× larger than ECDSA. Soqucoin's novel PAT batching and LatticeFold+ verification achieve up to 25,600× space savings, making quantum-safe transactions practical at scale.

First-Mover

Rather than waiting for an emergency migration (which would require coordinating millions of users), Soqucoin launches with quantum-resistant signatures built-in. Early adopters get protection from day one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Soqucoin? +
Soqucoin is a Scrypt-based proof-of-work cryptocurrency designed as a quantum-safe Layer 1 blockchain. It uses NIST-standardized Dilithium (ML-DSA-44) signatures to protect transactions from future quantum computer attacks. Unlike Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies that will need emergency migrations, Soqucoin is quantum-resistant from genesis.
Is Soqucoin a fork of Dogecoin? +
It's a codebase fork (or clone), but not a hard fork. The source code started with Dogecoin but begins with a brand new Genesis Block (Block 0). There is no shared transaction history or airdrop to Doge holders. Think of it as using Dogecoin's well-tested foundation while replacing the cryptographic engine.
What's the total supply? +
Like Dogecoin, there is no hard cap. After block 600,000, the block reward is fixed at 10,000 SOQ forever, creating predictable inflation that approaches 0% asymptotically. This perpetual tail emission funds ongoing network security and is better suited for a currency use-case than artificial scarcity.
What is Dilithium / ML-DSA-44? +
ML-DSA-44 (commonly called Dilithium) is a NIST-standardized post-quantum digital signature algorithm. It's based on lattice cryptography—mathematical problems that remain hard even for quantum computers. Soqucoin uses it for all transaction authorization, completely replacing ECDSA.
How does PAT batching work? +
PAT (Practical Aggregation Technique) uses Merkle tree commitments to batch verify hundreds of Dilithium signatures at once. Instead of storing each 2.4KB signature individually, PAT creates a single ~100-byte proof that represents the entire batch. This achieves up to 25,600× space savings while maintaining full cryptographic security.
What are Bulletproofs++? +
Bulletproofs++ are zero-knowledge range proofs that verify transaction validity without revealing amounts. In v1, amounts remain visible on-chain but proofs certify range correctness. A lattice-based fully confidential upgrade is planned for v0.22 to achieve post-quantum privacy.
What is the emission schedule? +
Soqucoin uses a Dogecoin-style emission with halvings every 100,000 blocks:

0–99,999: 500,000 SOQ (~70 days)
100,000–199,999: 250,000 SOQ
200,000–299,999: 125,000 SOQ
300,000–399,999: 62,500 SOQ
400,000–499,999: 31,250 SOQ
500,000–599,999: 15,625 SOQ
600,000+: 10,000 SOQ (perpetual)

Terminal emission is reached in ~11.4 months. There is no hard cap.
What hardware can I use to mine? +
Soqucoin uses Scrypt proof-of-work, the same algorithm as Litecoin and Dogecoin. You can mine with any Scrypt ASIC, including Antminer L7, L9, Goldshell Mini-DOGE, and similar devices. We've validated compatibility with the Antminer L7 (9.5 GH/s) with zero firmware modifications required.
Is there a mining pool? +
Current status (pre-mainnet):

• Engineering Testnet: Stratum bridge available for testing with any Scrypt miner
• Public pools: No third-party pools yet (launching with mainnet)

Visit the Testnet page for current connection details.

Mainnet plans: Open-source pool software at launch, AuxPoW merged mining with LTC/DOGE supported from genesis.
How do I connect my ASIC to the testnet? +
Configure your miner with:

Pool URL: stratum+tcp://testnet.soqu.org:3333
Worker: YourWorkerName
Password: x

See the Testnet page for live stats and the miner leaderboard.
What are the block rewards? +
Block rewards start at 500,000 SOQ and halve every 100,000 blocks until reaching a permanent floor of 10,000 SOQ/block. Block time is ~1 minute. After block 600,000, the 10,000 SOQ reward continues indefinitely to ensure perpetual miner incentives.
Where is the emission schedule defined in code? +
The emission schedule is defined in:

src/soqucoin.cpp – GetSoqucoinBlockSubsidy() function
src/chainparams.cpp – consensus parameters

You can view the code on GitHub.
Where can I find more details about mining? +
Documentation:

• Testnet page – Live stats, connection details, miner leaderboard
• FAQ.md on GitHub – Full technical FAQ
• Mining Guide – Setup instructions
• Protocol page – Consensus specifications

Community:

• Discord – Ask questions in #mining
• Telegram – Community chat
What is pSOQ? +
pSOQ (SoQuBit) is a Solana SPL token that serves as a bridge to the Soqucoin ecosystem. It allows users to hold and trade quantum-secure exposure on existing DeFi platforms using familiar wallets. After mainnet launch, pSOQ is intended to be exchangeable 1:1 for native SOQ, subject to technical implementation and applicable law.
Is pSOQ quantum resistant? +
No. While the underlying SOQ is quantum-secure, the pSOQ token on Solana is only as secure as the Solana network (which uses Ed25519 signatures). A quantum computer capable of breaking Ed25519 could forge signatures to steal pSOQ. Native Soqucoin addresses remain 100% secure. Think of it as: Native SOQ is a fortress; pSOQ is a convenience bridge with lower long-term security.
How will the bridge work? +
A post-mainnet bridge is planned via independent cross-chain oracle infrastructure (such as Wormhole):

1. Vaulting: Real SOQ is locked in a Multi-Sig Vault on Soqucoin (secured by Dilithium)
2. Minting: The bridge issues pSOQ on Solana to your address
3. Redeeming: Burn pSOQ to unlock SOQ from the vault

The bridge will be subject to independent security audits and third-party protocol risk.