Bulk: a Solana validator-integrated CLOB execution layer
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Bulk is an execution layer in a custom validator client giving a CLOB bypassing the L1 queue, with FIFO matching via cryptographic sort keys, gasless orders and fee sharing with validators.
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20ms async tick and 5-20ms immediate matching
Shares 30% of taker fees with validators, 1-2% staking APY uplift
SOL staking at 7.5% APY with 0% commission
Public testnet Nov 19
A few reasons why you should study @bulktrade (and maybe stake your SOL to earn [redacted]):
- BULK is a specialized execution layer integrated directly into @solana validators via custom "Bulk-agave" client (forked from jito-agave) that acts as a dedicated "Formula 1 track" for its CLOB while Solana L1 remains the general-purpose highway.
- Achieves 20ms async matching tick and 5-20ms immediate matching latency by bypassing Solana's L1 transaction queue through dedicated order processing.
- Guarantees FIFO matching using cryptographic sort keys, eliminating front-running and MEV while providing gasless orders (only exchange fees apply).
- All assets remain as native SPL tokens on Solana with no bridging required with user funds held in non-custodial PDAs with native deposits/withdrawals.
- Shares 30% of taker fees with Bulk-agave validators, expected to increase Solana staking APY by 1-2% and strengthen network economics.
- Offers SOL staking at 7.5% APY with 0% commission plus boosted APY from BULK Exchange paid in USDC, allowing stakers to earn yield while becoming part of the protocol infrastructure.
- Provides institutional-grade infrastructure from day one with full CCXT and FIX API integration plus comprehensive SDKs.
- Public testnet hitting on 19th of November.
How to stake:
> go to your fav wallet
> stake
> type BULK or BULKzVM41WAyQZfL34vxqdsYwEYH9mJAJyzRS4xraf8b
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