A glitch in MetaMask was recently uncovered that would overcharge users on opBNB gas fees. According to a post from BNB Chain on social media, the issue has now been rectified. Most users opt for the default fee recommended in their wallets; hence, any misestimation could lead to overpaying.
A layer-2 rollup of Ethereum, opBNB was created by the same team responsible for the BNB Chain. They found that MetaMask would set a default minimum recommended price for gas. The price was based on the average of all networks. While this made sense for other L2 networks, it failed to align with opBNB. The team pointed out that opBNB costs can be significantly lower than other comparable networks, indicating an incorrect calibration.
To resolve this, the BNB Chain directly communicated with MetaMask, which then agreed to alter their algorithm. Consequently, the wallet can now display the network’s fees accurately. The BNB Chain team stated that users can authenticate each network’s charges by switching to opBNB from within MetaMask and initiating a transaction. They believe this will show that the network often provides better rates than its rivals.
In other intriguing news, blockchain technology is set to provide proof of the next Moon landing. In an unprecedented move, NASA plans to prove the authenticity of its projected Moon landing using blockchain technology, according to reports. This technology will be used to verify data stored on “data cubes” sent to the Moon and returned to Earth for review. If successful, it will solidify the fact that humans have indeed set foot on the Moon.
Despite the potential of this application, it’s worth bearing in mind the sobering reminder of the distrust caused by conspiracy theories about the original lunar landings in the 60s and 70s. Though blockchain’s verifiable nature might not convince those already heavily invested in such conspiracies, it could provide future lunar excursions with an irrefutable log of activities, moving one step closer to a future where blockchain’s evidentiary power can be fully realized.
It’s fascinating to see blockchain’s potential reach extend to such extraordinary extremes. However, caution and scrutiny should not be discarded as we explore these innovative applications. Ultimately, every technological advancement, including blockchain, must stand up to the scrutiny of robust testing, community acceptance, and ethical considerations. Only then can we fully harness its potential.
Source: Cointelegraph
