# PartnerChain Architecture

Vola Network adopts a PartnerChain architecture to combine the strengths of multiple blockchain ecosystems into a single, coherent design. In this model, core responsibilities of a blockchain are deliberately separated: security and decentralization are anchored to Cardano, while application logic and runtime flexibility are implemented using the Polkadot SDK.

This approach allows Vola to focus on building advanced decentralized cloud functionality like storage, compute coordination, and economic logic, without compromising on security or long-term resilience.

#### **Independent Runtime With Shared Security**

The Vola chain is built as a fully functional blockchain using the Polkadot SDK. In its current state, it can operate independently, with all application logic executing natively within its runtime. This includes:

* Storage commitments and availability proofs
* Node performance tracking
* Economic incentives and staking logic
* Governance and protocol upgrades

All components work together to form a solid, self-contained foundation for the Vola ecosystem.

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#### The PartnerChain architecture is based on open research and tooling developed by Input Output Global. Additional technical details can be found in the official [PartnerChain documentation.](https://github.com/input-output-hk/partner-chains)

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