Cryptographic Foundations
The security of Modulax is built on a carefully chosen cryptographic foundation. These primitives ensure that every transaction, contract, and governance action remains secure — both today and in the future.
"Strong cryptography is not an afterthought. It is the backbone of Modulax."
Current Cryptographic Standards
ECDSA (Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm)
Used for account signatures and transaction validation
Fully compatible with Ethereum tooling and wallets
SHA-3 (Keccak)
Core hashing function for blocks and transactions
Resistant to pre-image and collision attacks
BLS (Boneh–Lynn–Shacham) Signatures (under evaluation)
Potential use for validator aggregation and faster consensus proofs
Why These Standards
Compatibility
Ensures developers can migrate Ethereum-based applications seamlessly
Security
Provides strong resistance against current classical attacks
Scalability
Supports efficient validation and aggregation in large validator networks
Future-Ready Orientation
While Modulax currently uses ECDSA + SHA-3 as its base (aligned with Ethereum standards), the system is engineered for cryptographic agility:
Accounts can be upgraded to new signature schemes
Consensus rules allow smooth integration of post-quantum signatures
Developers can choose primitives for custom modules
Integration with Ecosystem Tools
Wallets: Compatible with MetaMask, Zerion, and other EVM wallets
Explorers: Blockscout integration supports verified contract signatures
Bridges: Signature schemes aligned with ERC-20 and EVM standards
The cryptographic foundations of Modulax combine today’s proven standards with flexibility for tomorrow’s upgrades. This dual approach ensures that security is never compromised, even as cryptographic challenges evolve.
"Modulax stands on secure ground today, with a clear path to quantum resistance tomorrow."
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