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Make some *minor* changes to 7932, 7980 and 8030
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"id": 7932,
"title": "EIP-7932: Secondary Signature Algorithms",
"status": "Draft",
"description": "Introduces new algorithms for signing transactions on Ethereum, enabling the use of alternative signature methods.",
"description": "Introduces a new transaction type and precompile for handling alternative signature algorithms",
"author": "James Kempton (@SirSpudlington)",
"type": "Standards Track",
"category": "Core",
"createdDate": "2025-04-12",
"discussionLink": "https://ethereum-magicians.org/t/eip-7932-secondary-signature-algorithms/23514",
"reviewer": "bot",
"reviewer": "expert",
"forkRelationships": [
{
"forkName": "Glamsterdam",
"status": "Proposed",
"layer": "EL",
"champion": { "name": "James Kempton", "discord": "txtiger" }
"champion": { "name": "SirSpudlington", "discord": "txtiger" }
}
],
"laymanDescription": "Allows the use of alternative signature algorithms, improving security and flexibility in transactions.",
"laymanDescription": "Creates a standardized way for new transaction-level signature algorithms to be added, which allows easier migration and higher interoperability with current systems.",
"northStars": ["Improve UX"],
"northStarAlignment": {
"improveUX": {
"description": "Improves user experience by enabling easier adoption of alternative signatures without placing too high a burden on app developers. EIP-7932 also improves security by providing a pathway for quantum-safe account migration."
}
},
"stakeholderImpacts": {
"endUsers": {
"description": "Improves security through advanced signing methods."
"description": "Improves security by allowing users to choose other signing algorithms, potentially enabling native TPM / passkey support."
},
"appDevs": {
"description": "Enables integration of various algorithms, enhancing transaction capabilities."
"description": "Allows abstracting implementation of multiple signature schemes to a single standardized interface. No work is required to support EIP-7932 transactions natively."
},
"walletDevs": {
"description": "Facilitates the incorporation of alternative signatures, boosting wallet flexibility."
"description": "Large changes to transaction / key handling are required for wallets to support optional wrapping and signing functionality."
},
"toolingInfra": {
"description": "Requires updates to support new signature algorithms and transaction types."
"description": "Requires large initial modifications for EIP implementation but reduces future overhead when introducing new algorithms."
},
"layer2s": {
"description": "Increases transaction variety, potentially enhancing compatibility with rollups."
"description": "No direct impact on layer 2s unless this EIP is adopted by that L2."
},
"stakersNodes": {
"description": "Optimizes validation processes with newer signing algorithms."
"description": "May reduce resource consumption due to non-EVM verification of alternate algorithms."
},
"clClients": {
"description": "Enhances client functionalities by adapting to different signing methods."
"description": "No direct CL effects as this EIP only affects the execution layer."
},
"elClients": {
"description": "Supports efficient execution of transactions with varied signature algorithms."
"description": "Allows easier implementation of existing algorithms without having to rework transaction handling per new algorithm."
}
},
"benefits": [
"Standardizes the representation of alternative algorithms, increasing flexibility in transaction signing.",
"Improves security against future threats, especially from quantum computing advancements.",
"Aids in the transition to new cryptographic methods essential for maintaining network integrity.",
"Enhances usability by allowing a broader range of signing algorithms, attracting diverse applications."
"Standardizes the introduction of alternative signature algorithms without breaking existing tooling.",
"Allows gradual migration to quantum-safe algorithms before quantum-computer threats.",
"Reduces client developer workload on introduction of new algorithms.",
"Reduces network reliance on single algorithm by increasing signature diversity."
]
},
{
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"Maintains backwards compatibility, enabling a smooth transition. Tools and developers can take up the new features as they become available."
]
},
{
"id": 7980,
"title": "EIP-7980: Ed25519 transaction support",
"status": "Draft",
"description": "Introduces Ed25519 digital signature support in Ethereum transactions to enhance security and interoperability.",
"author": "James Kempton (@SirSpudlington)",
"type": "Standards Track",
"category": "Core",
"createdDate": "2025-06-25",
"discussionLink": "https://ethereum-magicians.org/t/eip-7980-adding-ed25519-as-a-signature-scheme-to-test-eip-7932/24663",
"reviewer": "bot",
"forkRelationships": [
{
"forkName": "Glamsterdam",
"status": "Proposed",
"layer": "EL",
"champion": { "name": "James Kempton", "discord": "txtiger" }
}
],
"laymanDescription": "Adds Ed25519 signatures to Ethereum transactions, improving security and compatibility with other technologies.",
"stakeholderImpacts": {
"endUsers": {
"description": "Improves transaction security and options for users."
},
"appDevs": {
"description": "Facilitates testing and enhances security for applications."
},
"walletDevs": {
"description": "Expands wallet capabilities to support new signature types."
},
"toolingInfra": {
"description": "Requires updates to support Ed25519 signature verification."
},
"layer2s": {
"description": "Can utilize Ed25519 for improved cross-platform interactions."
},
"stakersNodes": {
"description": "May require adjustments to accommodate new signature processing."
},
"clClients": {
"description": "Encourages updates to handle diverse signature schemes."
},
"elClients": {
"description": "Enhances the efficiency of contract execution with new signature types."
}
},
"benefits": [
"Increases security and flexibility in Ethereum transactions with Ed25519 signatures.",
"Provides developers with new tools to enhance compatibility with modern cryptographic methods.",
"Facilitates smoother interoperability with other blockchain technologies supporting Ed25519.",
"Helps maintain Ethereum's competitive edge by adapting to popular cryptographic standards."
]
},
{
"id": 7981,
"title": "EIP-7981: Increase access list cost",
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"Paves the way for advanced pricing models without major protocol disruptions."
]
},
{
"id": 8030,
"title": "EIP-8030: P256 transaction support",
"status": "Draft",
"description": "Adds an EIP-7932 algorithm type for P256 support of type `0x0`",
"author": "James Kempton (@SirSpudlington)",
"type": "Standards Track",
"category": "Core",
"createdDate": "2025-09-20",
"discussionLink": "https://ethereum-magicians.org/t/discussion-topic-for-eip-8030/25557",
"reviewer": "expert",
"forkRelationships": [
{
"forkName": "Glamsterdam",
"status": "Proposed",
"layer": "EL",
"champion": { "name": "SirSpudlington", "discord": "txtiger" }
}
],
"laymanDescription": "Adds P256 signatures to Ethereum transactions, improving security and compatibility with other technologies.",
"northStars": ["Improve UX"],
"northStarAlignment": {
"improveUX": {
"description": "Improves user experience by enabling transaction signature support for secp256r1, and improves EIP-7932 security by adding a test vector of a well-known algorithm."
}
},
"stakeholderImpacts": {
"endUsers": {
"description": "Improves signature algorithm options for users and potentially enables native passkey / TPM support."
},
"appDevs": {
"description": "Does not affect app developers under EIP-7932 framework."
},
"walletDevs": {
"description": "Expands wallet capabilities to support new signature types."
},
"toolingInfra": {
"description": "Requires a simple update to support P256 signature verification."
},
"layer2s": {
"description": "Sequencers may utilize P256 for settling L1 proofs."
},
"stakersNodes": {
"description": "Would have little effect on Node Operators."
},
"clClients": {
"description": "No direct CL effects as this EIP only affects the execution layer."
},
"elClients": {
"description": "Would require a minimal update to point the new EIP-7932 entry to the existing P256 precompile."
}
},
"benefits": [
"Increases security and flexibility in Ethereum transactions with P256 signatures.",
"Provides a proven-secure algorithm for testing EIP-7932.",
"Facilitates smoother interoperability with other blockchain technologies supporting P256.",
"Helps maintain Ethereum's competitive edge by adapting to popular cryptographic standards."
]
},
{
"id": 8032,
"title": "EIP-8032: Tree-Depth-Based Storage Gas Pricing",
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