Data Availability

Data availability (DA) is a critical component of the architecture, ensuring that all transaction data is accessible and verifiable by network participants. SOON Stack supports a configurable DA layer, allowing operators to choose between Celestia, EigenDA, and Avail. This configurability enables SOON Chain operators to select the most cost-effective and efficient DA solution based on their specific needs and use cases.

Benefits of Configurable Data Availability:

1. Scalability and Performance:

   • Configurable DA layers allow SOON to handle large volumes of data efficiently, supporting a scalable and decentralized network with higher throughput without compromising security.

2. Optimized Data Management:

   • The ability to choose the most suitable DA solution helps mitigate risks such as data withholding, ensuring all necessary transaction data is available for verification, enhancing network reliability and security.

Example: Celestia as a Data Availability Layer:

Celestia offers several advantages as a DA solution:

1. Data Availability Sampling (DAS):

   • Celestia’s DAS techniques allow nodes to verify data availability without downloading the entire dataset, reducing bandwidth and storage requirements while enhancing scalability.

2. Enhanced Security and Reliability:

   • Celestia mitigates the risk of data withholding, ensuring all transaction data is accessible for verification and preventing tampering, thus ensuring data integrity.

3. Efficient Data Verification:

   • Celestia uses cryptographic proofs to authenticate data without requiring nodes to store the entire dataset, balancing security, efficiency, and scalability.

By supporting configurable DA layers like Celestia, EigenDA, and Avail, SOON ensures a flexible, scalable, and secure architecture capable of meeting diverse application requirements.