AshtaPAY Development Roadmap
The roadmap of AshtaPAY outlines our strategic journey to deliver a frictionless crypto payment experience through $APAY. From core infrastructure to wide-scale adoption, each phase contributes to building a decentralized, user-first ecosystem.
Phase 1: Foundation & Development (Q3 2024 - Q4 2024)
Q3 2024: Planning & Architecture
- Define AshtaPAY vision, token utility, and architecture
- Conduct user research and payment flow mapping
- Initiate development of $APAY smart contracts
Q4 2024: MVP Build
- Launch initial payment SDKs and wallet interfaces
- Develop merchant tools and dashboard
- Complete $APAY contract audit and deployment
Phase 2: Alpha Release & Community Building (Q1 2025 - Q2 2025)
Q1 2025: Alpha Launch
- Release alpha to select merchants and users
- Test wallet-to-wallet payments and merchant flows
- Collect feedback to refine UX
Q2 2025: Ecosystem Growth
- Launch ambassador and referral programs
- Form early partnerships with payment providers
- Host bounties and open contribution events
Phase 3: Beta Release & Feature Expansion (Q3 2025 - Q4 2025)
Q3 2025: Beta Rollout
- Launch browser plugins and mobile SDKs
- Introduce staking and rewards dashboard
- Implement real-time transaction analytics
Q4 2025: Enhanced Utility
- Enable cross-chain support and token swaps
- Integrate invoice tools for freelancers and SMEs
- Enhance security and fraud protection
Phase 4: Official Launch & Scaling (Q1 2026 - Q2 2026)
Q1 2026: Public Release
- Launch mainnet platform to all users
- Onboard 100+ verified merchants
- Begin fiat off-ramp integration
Q2 2026: Global Expansion
- Localize platform for 10+ regions
- Launch AshtaPAY mobile app
- Scale liquidity through CEX and DEX listings
Phase 5: Continuous Improvement & Innovation (Q3 2026+)
Future Outlook
- Launch grant program for protocol extensions
- Expand use cases in remittances and subscriptions
- Research L2 scalability and micro-payment support
- Position $APAY as the standard for borderless payments
AshtaPAY Commitment
AshtaPAY is built with long-term vision and community trust. This roadmap reflects our commitment to progressive development, transparency, and creating real-world crypto payment utility.