An open optimization contest by StarkWare and the Starknet Foundation cut the gas cost to verify Falcon-512 post-quantum signatures on Starknet from 48.4 million to about 25.9 million gas, nearly halving the cost to around $0.023 per verification. The contest, launched in October 2026, saw dozens of improvements and 434 records set by participants and AI agents. This reduction is significant for making quantum-safe transactions more affordable on Starknet, though the code still requires thorough auditing before production use. This progress fits into StarkWare's broader roadmap to enhance quantum resistance using STARK proofs and post-quantum signature schemes like Falcon-512.
Starknet (STRK) trades at Rp840 on Pluang as of Oct 29, 2026 18:52 WIB, down 2.52% for the day. Despite the recent innovation in reducing quantum-safe signature verification costs, STRK's market cap stands at Rp6.36 trillion with a 24-hour volume of Rp1.09 trillion. Pluang users show a buying interest with 67% buy orders and a typical hold time of 74 days, indicating steady engagement amid the technical advancements.
