- Headquarters
- Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
MakaChain is a next-generation Layer 1 blockchain designed specifically for stablecoin and digital asset payments, operating with a pioneering zero-gas-token model that lets users pay transaction fees in the asset they are transferring rather than requiring a separate native token. Launched on mainnet in Q4 2025, the network uses a Proof-of-Authority consensus mechanism to deliver deterministic one-block finality and sustained throughput of approximately 4,500 transactions per second, with a flat $0.10 fee per transaction. Fully EVM-compatible, MakaChain allows developers to deploy existing Solidity smart contracts and standard tooling with minimal adaptation. The company is headquartered in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, and has built an integrated ecosystem including the MakaPay merchant solution, MakaWallet digital wallet, the MAKA utility token, and support for local-currency stablecoins such as ARSe (pegged to the Argentine peso). Strategic partnerships with Fireblocks, Cregis, CoinMarketCap, and Estable.IO (a Tether portfolio company) position MakaChain to drive enterprise and government adoption across Latin America and beyond. The co-founders, known as Tomas and Chad, launched the project with the goal of removing friction points that have hindered mainstream stablecoin adoption.
Detailed Review
Overview
MakaChain is a purpose-built Layer 1 blockchain that prioritizes payment-grade predictability and settlement finality over speculative throughput. Its zero-gas-token design eliminates the need for users to hold a separate native token to pay transaction fees—fees are automatically converted into MAKA tokens at an oracle-priced rate and distributed to validators. This model aims to lower barriers for stablecoin adoption, particularly in regions where cryptocurrency is used primarily for payments rather than speculation.
Technology & Core Mechanics
The network runs on Proof-of-Authority (PoA) consensus, providing deterministic finality: each block is irreversible upon creation, removing probabilistic waiting times. The chain sustains approximately 4,500 TPS with a flat $0.10 fee that remains stable regardless of transaction size, enabling merchants and stablecoin issuers to plan unit economics without exposure to volatile gas markets. MakaChain is fully EVM-compatible, meaning existing Solidity smart contracts and standard development tools (ethers.js, viem, web3.js) work with minimal adaptation.
Security & Audits
MakaChain has undergone security audits by Hacken and Halborn for its chain, bridge, and smart contracts. The company publicly lists audit reports on its website. Hyperlane audits for interoperability infrastructure are also referenced, reinforcing the network's security posture.
Ecosystem & Products
- MakaChain Network – The core Layer 1 blockchain, live on mainnet with chain ID 777178, RPC at `https://rpc.makachain.io`, and explorer at `https://explorer.makachain.io/`. - MakaPay – A payment solution for merchants and events enabling crypto and stablecoin settlement without intermediaries, already used at real-world events such as MERGE São Paulo 2026. - MakaWallet – A digital wallet for retail and business users to send, receive, and hold assets on the MakaChain network. - MAKA Token – Native utility token used for fee payments and validator compensation, listed on Ethereum and on MakaChain itself. - ARSe – A local-currency stablecoin pegged to the Argentine peso, supported on the MakaChain network.
Market Position & Roadmap
The project launched its mainnet in Q4 2025 (Foundation Development phase). By Q1 2026, it shipped network deployment with live transaction processing and integrations with Fireblocks, Cregis, and CoinMarketCap. Q2 2026 focuses on market integration—expanding MakaPay and MakaWallet, adding EVM and Solana interoperability, and completing audits. The current Q4 2026 target is enterprise adoption: stable token minting, exchange and wallet listings, governance activation, and international expansion. MakaChain positions itself as a payment-grade alternative to general-purpose blockchains, competing with networks that still require users to hold a separate gas token.
Key Partnerships & Use Cases
- Estable.IO (Tether Portfolio) – Collaboration to provide stablecoin infrastructure for governments, banks, and fintechs in Latin America, particularly Argentina. - Guardians Of The Ball – Official blockchain partner for the Guardians ID fan passport ecosystem ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. - MERGE São Paulo – Platinum sponsor and provider of decentralized payment systems for the event.
Leadership
The co-founders are known publicly only as Tomas and Chad, confirmed in a Zeeve interview video description. No other C-level executives (CEO, CTO, etc.) have been publicly identified at this time.
Key Products
MakaChain
The core Layer 1 blockchain that uses PoA consensus, sustains ~4,500 TPS, charges a flat $0.10 fee, and supports zero-gas-token payments. Fully EVM-compatible.
MakaChain Mainnet
EVM-native PoA Layer 1 blockchain with $0.10 flat fees, 1-block finality, and ~4,500 TPS. Chain ID 777178, RPC at https://rpc.makachain.io.
MakaPay
Merchant payment processing system enabling real-time settlement on MakaChain.
MakaWallet
Non-custodial wallet integrated into the MakaChain ecosystem, with Volta Wallet as official partner.
$MAKA Token
Native utility token for governance, staking, and network fees, available on Ethereum and MakaChain.
MAKA Token
The native utility token used for fee payments and validator compensation, listed on Ethereum and on MakaChain.
ARSe
A local-currency stablecoin pegged to the Argentine peso, issued on the MakaChain network.
Key Persons
- Tomas Pérez-Quevedo
Speaker
- Chad Barron
Co-Founder