> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://methexis.gitbook.io/methexis-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://methexis.gitbook.io/methexis-docs/appendix/appendix.md).

# Appendix

### A. Terminology

* **$MTHX** — The native ERC-20 token of Methexis.
* **Dataset** — A collection of data (text, code, images, etc.) submitted for use in training.
* **Validator** — Node operator participating in dataset validation or training.
* **Round** — A discrete training cycle where datasets are selected, models updated, and rewards distributed.
* **Committee** — Stake-weighted subset of validators that review datasets or attest to results.
* **Bond** — Stake locked when submitting datasets; refunded if accepted, slashed if rejected for violation.
* **DAO** — Decentralized Autonomous Organization, the governance layer of Methexis.
* **Manifest** — Metadata file (YAML/JSON) describing dataset provenance, license, and safety.

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### B. References & Inspirations

* **Ethereum Research** — staking, governance, slashing design.
* **Filecoin / Arweave** — storage incentives and permanence.
* **LAION & EleutherAI** — open dataset contribution models.
* **OpenRAIL & Creative Commons** — licensing frameworks for AI training.
* **Reddit & Web data usage reports** — showing how much LLM training relies on public data contributions.
* **Slashing mechanisms (Cosmos, Polkadot)** — validator accountability frameworks.

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### C. Legal & Compliance

* **Privacy Policy** — see `/privacy-policy`
* **Terms of Service** — see `/terms-of-service`
* **Disclaimer** — Methexis is experimental and under active development. Participation in staking, data contribution, or governance involves risk. Do not stake or contribute more than you can afford to lose.

> ⚖️ Methexis DAO will update compliance documents as the protocol evolves.

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### D. Tokenomics Snapshot (v2 Proposal)

* **60%** — Rewards & emissions (validators, data providers)
* **15%** — Team (12-mo cliff + 36-mo vest)
* **10%** — Investors (6-mo cliff + 30-mo vest)
* **10%** — Treasury (48-mo linear release)
* **3%** — Liquidity provision
* **2%** — Community & ecosystem programs

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### E. Roadmap (at a glance)

* **Q4 2025** — Docs v0.1, governance spec, roadmap release.
* **Q1 2026** — Public repos, testnet phase 1, validator staking, telemetry dashboard.
* **Q2 2026** — Expanded validator sets, indexer API, first bug bounty.
* **Q3 2026** — Mainnet beta, DAO voting on-chain, emissions begin.
* **Q4 2026** — Treasury programs, cross-chain expansion (bridges + governance sync).

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### F. Governance Parameters (Proposed Defaults)

* **Proposal threshold**: 50,000 $MTHX staked/delegated
* **Voting period**: 7 days
* **Quorum**: 4% circulating supply
* **Timelock**: 48–72h
* **Emergency pause**: limited to launch phase, transitions to DAO multisig after 12–18 months

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### G. Security Contact

* **Email:** <security@methexis.io>
* **PGP:** TBA (published in GitHub security page)
* **Responsible Disclosure:** Methexis encourages responsible disclosure of vulnerabilities. Submit through our security contact or bug bounty portal.

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### H. FAQ (common clarifications)

* **Is the whitepaper final?**\
  No. The GitBook is the canonical, evolving source of truth. The whitepaper (v1) is archived.
* **Where can I test as a validator?**\
  Testnet repos and configs will be published in Q1 2026.
* **What happens if my dataset is rejected?**\
  Your bond is either fully or partially slashed, depending on the reason. See `/contributing-data`.
* **How are emissions determined?**\
  Rewards follow a decaying emission curve, ratified by DAO governance before mainnet.