Solana developers can earn up to $1 million for finding bugs in the new Firedancer validator client, starting July 10. Bounty program details inside.
Solana developers have a lucrative opportunity to earn up to $1 million by identifying critical bugs in the upcoming Firedancer validator client. The bug bounty program, starting on July 10, is a collaboration between Jump Crypto and the bug bounty platform Immunefi. It aims to ensure the reliability and performance of the new validator client, which promises to enhance Solana's network.
Key Points:
Bug Bounty Program Details:
Launch Date: July 10
End Date: August 21
Rewards Pool: $1 million, with a maximum payout of $1 million for a single critical bug
Payments in USD Coin (USDC)
Firedancer Overview:
Developed by Jump Crypto, led by engineer Cantelope Peel
Implemented in C and C++ for high-performance trading volumes
Aims to improve Solana’s network performance and handle high transaction volumes
Importance of Firedancer:
Expected to be a superior solution compared to the current QUIC protocol
Enhances Solana's capability to process transactions and build blocks
Participation Requirements:
Participants must complete Know Your Client (KYC) details
Bug reports to be investigated and responded to within 24 hours on weekdays
Previous and Ongoing Developments:
Firedancer first went live on Solana's testnet in November 2023
Continuous development and testing of Solana consensus and fork choice algorithms
The $1 million bug bounty program for Solana's Firedancer client offers developers a unique chance to contribute to the blockchain’s reliability and earn substantial rewards. This initiative underscores the importance of community involvement in enhancing the security and performance of blockchain networks.
Source: Cointelegraph
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