White Paper #5: The TC-S Network

April 9, 2025
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The TC-S Network represents the core protocol layer of The Current-See's implementation, built on three principles: decentralized yet governed, energy-efficient, and socially scalable.

Network Architecture

Unlike proof-of-work systems, TC-S uses a modified Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) consensus that relies on elected validators who themselves stake Solar tokens. Validation is energy-conscious and includes verification that transactions meet energy equivalency requirements.

The network comprises three node types:

Implementation Timeline

Phased Rollout Plan

Phase 1: Prototype (Now - December 2025)

Limited testnet with centralized issuance, SolarSpender app, and controlled environment testing.

Phase 2: Alpha Network (January 2026 - June 2026)

Public testnet with 100,000 wallets, real Solar issuance (reduced rates), and beta AI wallet.

Phase 3: Beta Network (July 2026 - December 2026)

Expanded public network with 1 million wallets, merchant onboarding, and utility partners.

Phase 4: Full Launch (January 2027)

Global network, full Solar issuance, complete decentralization of validation.

The TC-S Network represents our commitment to creating an infrastructure that aligns economic incentives with planetary well-being.

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