What is GenVM?

GenVM is a WebAssembly-based virtual machine that powers Intelligent Contracts on the GenLayer protocol. Unlike traditional smart contracts, Intelligent Contracts can access the web and call large language models (LLMs) while still reaching blockchain consensus.

GenVM is language-agnostic by design. Language-specific runners compile to WebAssembly and plug into GenVM as execution backends. Python is currently supported, with Rust support planned. Execution is deterministic by default, but GenVM provides controlled pathways for non-deterministic operations (web requests, LLM inference) and uses the Equivalence Principle to reconcile results across validators.

This site is the SDK and specification reference. For tutorials, getting started guides, and contract development walkthroughs, see the GenLayer documentation and its developer section.