RT3100 Coming to Moonbeam: Unlocking Passkeys and Other New Use Cases!

TL;DR:

• RT3100 upgrade enables Passkeys, enhanced cross-chain functionality, and improved runtime APIs
• Enables new use cases like scalable dApp development, enhanced security, and opportunities with foreign assets
• You are encouraged to vote on Moonbeam Open Gov and learn more about technical details
• Aligns with broader EVM ecosystem goals, providing a robust alternative network for development with cross-chain functionality

RT3100 is a new Runtime upgrade for the Moonbeam Network. It introduces groundbreaking features such as Passkeys and cross-chain functionality, unlocking new possibilities for developers. In this blog post, we'll explore the key aspects of RT3100, delving into how it will enable new use cases and empower developers!

Voting proposal on Moonbeam Open Gov

The community has already approved the Runtime 3100 upgrade on Moonriver with 100% support, showcasing their approval. Next, you can participate in the voting proposal on Moonbeam through the Moonbeam Open Gov app to pass the upgrade and initiate this next phase for Moonbeam. Here is a tutorial on how to vote.
The RT3100 upgrade introduces significant changes across the network. Among the key features are:

• Building blocks for Passkeys: Enables native integration with the latest cryptographic authentication standards.
• Snowbridge: Technical support for Snowbridge, paving the way for enhanced cross-chain compatibility.
• Runtime API: A new runtime API for XCM fee estimation, empowering developers to optimize transaction costs.

Key Use Cases Enabled by RT3100

Let’s explore a bit more deeply how these use features and how the upgrade enables new possibilities on the network.

• Scalable DApp Development: The RT3100 upgrade increased the gas limits on Moonriver and Moonbeam. Moonriver had 4x increase and Moonbeam will have a 3x increase. This unlocks the potential for more complex and resource-intensive DApps. Adopting asynchronous backing technology enhances transaction throughput, delivering a smoother user experience.
• Enhanced Security with Passkeys: Passkey integration is a game-changer, enabling developers to leverage the latest cryptographic signatures for secure and simplified user authentication. This paves the way for innovative features like smart wallets and account abstraction, where users can manage their digital identities with unparalleled ease and control. This also opens the door to biometric authentication with physical devies.
• Advanced Testing and Verification: The new XCM fee estimation runtime API empowers developers to dry-run, test, and optimize transaction costs, ensuring the long-term sustainability and cost-effectiveness of their DApps. Additionally, the new pallet design for foreign assets lays the foundation for a seamless migration of existing assets in the future.

Impact on EVM Developers

The RT3100 upgrade aligns with the broader goals of the EVM world in scaling and enhancing the EVM ecosystem. By increasing gas limits with asynchronous backing, developers get a robust alternative network to build.

Are you a developer looking to build applications? Build on Moonbeam and harness powerful cross-chain capabilities to level up your dApps. Looking to talk to us directly? Join the Developer Office Hours on Discord!

How to Get Involved

If you're a developer or user eager to explore the new possibilities unlocked by RT3100, we encourage you to participate in the Moonbeam 3100 proposal voting process. Additionally, stay updated on the technical details of RT3100 by visiting the forum announcement and reviewing the release notes.

Vote for the Runtime 3100 here.