Brevis protocol
Overview
Brevis is a zero-knowledge (ZK) coprocessor that enables smart contracts to access and compute over historical on-chain data trustlessly. It is also an Actively Validated Service (AVS) on EigenLayer, using ZK proofs to verify computations. Developers use Brevis to build dApps with enriched logic based on past blockchain state.
Within the DeFi Intel graph, Brevis connects to 11 tracked entities, most strongly to EigenLayer, Ethereum, EigenLayer.
Relations
Top connections in the DeFi Intel knowledge graph (confidence-weighted, 10 of 11 total).
| Relation | Connected entity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
operates_avs | EigenLayer | 95% |
deployed_on | Ethereum | 85% |
restakes_on | EigenLayer | 85% |
backs_avs | Renzo | 85% |
backs_avs | EtherFi | 85% |
backs_avs | Swell | 85% |
backs_avs | Bedrock | 85% |
issued_by | Brev | 85% |
competes_with | Axiom | 85% |
is_avs_of | EigenLayer | 80% |
Frequently asked questions
What is Brevis?
Brevis is a ZK coprocessor that allows smart contracts to query historical on-chain data and perform arbitrary computations, verified by zero-knowledge proofs. It operates as an AVS on EigenLayer for decentralized validation.
How does Brevis achieve trustless access to historical data?
Brevis generates a ZK proof that attests to the correctness of computations over historical blockchain state, such as past transactions or account balances, without requiring trust in off-chain intermediaries.
What are the typical use cases for Brevis?
Brevis is used for applications that need to condition actions on historical events, like dynamic NFT minting based on past holdings, automated lending adjustments, or building on-chain reputation systems using verified historical activity.
What is Brevis connected to?
In the DeFi Intel knowledge graph, Brevis is linked to 11 other tracked entities, most strongly to EigenLayer, Ethereum, EigenLayer.
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