Development Phases

SilverTimes is structured to evolve through distinct phases, each building on the previous to enhance functionality, scale adoption, and integrate with the broader decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. The phased approach ensures operational stability, regulatory compliance, and user-centric growth, leveraging the expertise of GobiMin Inc. in metal markets to anchor the project’s foundation.

Phase	Timeline	Objectives	Key Deliverables
Phase 1: Foundation	Q4 2025	Establish core infrastructure and launch STT on Ethereum mainnet.	- Deploy ERC-20 STT with synthetic allocation. - Integrate KYC-compliant minting at designated facilities. - Enable redemption at designated vaults. - Complete initial Proof of Reserves (PoR) audits. - List STT on major decentralized exchanges (DEXs).
Phase 2: DeFi Integration	Q1-Q2 2026	Expand STT utility through DeFi protocols and enhance ecosystem engagement.	- Integrate STT as collateral in lending platforms. - Launch staking mechanism for yield distribution (target 1-6% APY). - Establish partnerships with DeFi protocols for liquidity pools.
Phase 3: Governance and Expansion	Q3-Q4 2026	Introduce decentralized governance and scale DeFi functionalities.	- Release governance tokens - Enable community voting on parameters (e.g., fee structures, reserve ratios). - Expand to cross-chain compatibility (e.g., Polygon, Arbitrum).
Phase 4: Global Scaling	2027 onward	Drive mass adoption and explore innovative financial products.	- Introduce AI-driven yield optimization strategies. - Expand vault network globally for redemption access. - Achieve $500M TVL and 100,000 active users.