Starknet Completes Quantum-Resistant Transaction Tests With 6-Cent Fees

Starknet mainnet executes first quantum-resistant transaction using Falcon-512 signatures. Account model allows seamless wallet upgrades without hard forks or asset migration, addressing quantum computing risks.

Woofun AI reports that Starknet has finalized testing for quantum-resistant signature-based transactions on its mainnet. A wallet utilizing this mechanism successfully processed a real transaction with fees of approximately 6 cents, visible via blockchain explorers. This account remains in an experimental, unaudited state intended for research. StarkWare attributes this capability to Starknet's account model, where each account is a smart contract allowing custom signature schemes. Consequently, users can upgrade from traditional elliptic curve signatures to quantum-resistant ones without hard forks, asset migration, or address changes. StarkWare noted that most blockchains face quantum risks due to reliance on elliptic curve cryptography, which Shor's algorithm could crack. The ecosystem currently supports the Falcon-512 scheme, part of the NIST post-quantum standardization framework, developed with contributions from OpenZeppelin.