FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is Atomic Labs?
Atomic Labs is a Proof of Conviction platform on Solana that quantifies belief through time-bound token locks. Operators lock tokens to signal conviction in assets, earning reputation and contributing to Project Conviction Weight (PCW).
How does Conviction Weight work?
CW is calculated using: Amount × Time Factor × Asset Multiplier × Reputation. The time factor uses a convex logarithmic function, so longer locks generate exponentially more CW than shorter ones.
What is the dual-token model?
You signal belief in a target asset (target_mint) while actually escrowing a different token (locked_mint). This allows flexibility - you can signal conviction in any asset while locking SOL, USDC, USDT, or the target asset itself.
Locking Questions
What are the minimum and maximum lock durations?
Minimum: 1 day (86400 seconds). Maximum: ~5 years (157788000 seconds). These can be updated by the protocol authority if needed.
Can I withdraw my tokens early?
Yes, but early exits incur penalties. The penalty ranges from 10% to 50% based on how much time remains in your lock. You also lose reputation.
What happens when my lock completes?
Your tokens are returned to you, you earn Conviction Points (CP), and your reputation increases by +0.1. Your CW contribution to PCW remains unchanged.
How is PCW calculated?
PCW = base × (sum_cw / base)^exponent, where sum_cw is the sum of all active lock CW for a target asset. Early-exited locks are excluded from this calculation.
Reputation Questions
How do I increase my reputation?
Complete locks successfully. Each completed lock adds +0.1 to your reputation (scaled: +100). Maximum reputation is 10.0.
What happens if I early exit?
Your reputation decreases by -0.2 (scaled: -200), and you pay a financial penalty (10-50% of locked amount). Your CW is also removed from PCW calculations.
Can I transfer my reputation?
No. Reputation is non-transferable and tied to your wallet address. It can only be earned through on-chain actions.
Technical Questions
Is Atomic Labs audited?
Security audits are ongoing. The contract code is open source and all operations are on-chain and transparent. Check our security page for latest audit status.
What tokens can I lock?
You can lock any SPL token, but the target asset must be registered in Atomic Labs. Common choices include SOL, USDC, USDT, and the target asset itself.
How are tokens stored?
Locked tokens are held in PDA-controlled escrow accounts. These accounts can only be accessed by the Atomic Labs program, ensuring security.