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Overview

Cortex Protocol is transforming how users interact with crypto through AI-powered agents that execute complex DeFi operations via natural language. The protocol consists of two core components: The Cortex DeFi Agent and The Cortex Agent Platform, creating an ecosystem where AI agents become the primary interface for blockchain interactions.

1. The Cortex DeFi Agent​

The flagship Cortex Agent is a comprehensive DeFi copilot that combines institutional-grade trading tools, multi-chain operations, and intelligent market analysis into a single conversational interface. Users simply describe what they want to achieve, and the agent handles all technical complexity.

Core Capabilities​

Hyperliquid Integration

  • Perpetual futures trading with up to 50x leverage
  • Advanced order types: Market, limit, stop-loss, take-profit, and TWAP
  • Native staking and delegation for HYPE tokens
  • Professional trading interface with real-time analytics

Multi-Chain DeFi

  • Seamless operations across Ethereum, Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, and HyperEVM
  • Universal swaps and bridges with automatic routing optimization
  • Unified transaction interface consolidating swap and bridge operations
  • Gas abstraction - execute on any chain without holding native tokens
  • Portfolio tracking across 20+ chains (view-only for most chains)

Intelligent Analysis

  • Real-time market data from CoinGecko, Binance, DefiLlama, and proprietary sources
  • Deep research capabilities synthesizing web, social, and on-chain data
  • Python code execution for custom strategies and backtesting
  • Fear & Greed index integration for sentiment-based trading

Example Use Cases​

"Long ETH with 10x leverage on Hyperliquid"
"Find the best yield for my USDC across all chains"
"Consolidate all my tokens to USDC and stake them"
"Create a TWAP order to buy 100 ETH over 2 hours"
"Research the HYPE token and its ecosystem"

2. The Cortex Agent Platform​

The Cortex Agent Platform enables developers to create specialized AI agents with on-chain capabilities. Each agent can access specific data sources, execute custom logic, and interact with any blockchain protocol - making it easier to deploy AI-first crypto applications than traditional interfaces.

Current Specialized Agents​

DeFi Agent Handles all token operations including swaps, bridges, transfers, and complex multi-step transactions across chains. Integrates with Synapse Protocol for bridging and native DEXs for optimal execution.

Deep Search Agent
Performs comprehensive research by searching across multiple sources, synthesizing findings, and identifying knowledge gaps. Provides institutional-grade analysis with citations.

Trading Agents

  • Hyperliquid Trading: Specialized for perpetual futures with TWAP execution
  • Hyperliquid Staking: Manages HYPE staking, delegation, and withdrawals
  • Yield Optimizer: Discovers and enters optimal yield positions based on risk preferences

Platform Architecture​

Multi-Agent System

  • Unified Agent V2 orchestrates specialized agents
  • Intent recognition and routing to appropriate tools
  • Context-aware execution with safety checks

Data Integration Layer

  • Real-time feeds from 15+ data providers
  • On-chain analytics via Zapper, BirdEye, and custom indexers
  • Social sentiment from Twitter/X and web sources
  • Traditional finance data for correlation analysis

Execution Infrastructure

  • Direct integration with protocols for minimal slippage
  • MEV protection and transaction optimization
  • Biometric authentication for security
  • Gas abstraction across all supported chains

The CX Token​

The Cortex Protocol is powered by the CX token, which serves as:

  • Governance token for protocol decisions
  • Fee mechanism for agent interactions
  • Staking asset for enhanced features
  • Incentive layer for agent developers

Referral Program​

Cortex offers a referral program designed to reward early supporters:

  • Refer traders now to build your network before the fee switch is activated
  • When fees are enabled, earn 50% of trading fees from your referred users for 1 year
  • No limit on the number of users you can refer
  • Start building your referral network today to maximize future earnings

Vision​

Cortex is building a future where AI agents become the primary interface for all blockchain interactions. By abstracting technical complexity behind natural language, we're making DeFi accessible to everyone while providing power users with unprecedented automation capabilities.

The protocol enables:

  • Democratized Access: Professional trading tools for all users
  • Composable Intelligence: Agents that work together for complex operations
  • Permissionless Innovation: Anyone can deploy specialized agents
  • Cross-chain Future: Seamless interaction across all blockchains

With Cortex Protocol, the next billion users won't need to understand blockchain technology - they'll simply tell an agent what they want to achieve.