Web3 routing platform Nym has announced a strategic partnership with Celestia, a modular blockchain leveraging Data Availability Sampling (DAS). The collaboration aims to enhance the scalability and security of modular blockchains by integrating “noise obfuscation” within Celestia’s data availability modules through the Nym Network.
“We are excited to announce an R&D collaboration with @celestia that uses Nym’s noise generating mixnet to enhance the efficiency and scalability of the Celestia chain,” Nym announced via social media platforms.
According to the announcement, the partnership will see Nym implementing its “noise obfuscation” feature to bolster Celestia’s data availability modules, ensuring that the network remains resilient against potential threats.
Celestia allows developers to create their own blockchain using its modular framework, which is designed to provide enhanced flexibility and scalability.
In addition to its focus on data integrity, Nym has also developed an L0 network to facilitate secure routing through the “Noise Generating Mixnet” (NGM) project. This system introduces an anonymization layer that enables secure data retrieval, consensus mechanisms, and query processing. The integration ensures that querying entities remain uncensored, providing a more robust security infrastructure. Furthermore, any wallet, application, or blockchain can incorporate Nym to safeguard data traffic during transfers.
As part of this initiative, Nym plans to develop an Unlinkable Data Availability Sampling (U-DAS) module. This module will function by unlinking requests from the requesting parties through Nym’s NGM, thereby preventing selective disclosure attacks targeting specific requesters.
With the introduction of the U-DAS module, participants in Celestia’s network will have the ability to sample and verify specific sections of data without compromising the overall integrity of the blockchain. This ensures a more secure and reliable framework for modular blockchain ecosystems while reinforcing the network’s commitment to privacy and efficiency. By integrating Nym’s security-enhancing technology, Celestia is taking proactive measures to fortify its platform against evolving cybersecurity threats, ultimately paving the way for more scalable and resilient blockchain applications.
