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# Core Features & Architecture

**Features:**

* Customizable Blockchain Modules: Tailor the blockchain to your specific use case.
* Decentralized Governance: Build governance systems for decentralized decision-making.
* Scalability: Efficient handling of high transaction volumes.
* High Performance: Leverage Wasm and Rust for low-latency execution.
* Security: State-of-the-art cryptography for secure transactions.

**Architecture:**

* **Runtime**: Core logic executed on every node.
* **Consensus Mechanism**: Ensures agreement on the state of the blockchain.
* **Networking**: Peer-to-peer communication for block propagation.
* **Storage**: Persistent data stored efficiently using a key-value database.

AIGENT is structured to provide modularity and flexibility while maintaining security and performance.

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