TypeScript Bandersnatch VRF Suite

[mikirov]

Project Abstract

TypeScript Bandersnatch VRF Suite is a comprehensive cryptographic implementation that provides enterprise-grade Verifiable Random Functions (VRFs) for the JAM protocol ecosystem. While the reference implementation exists exclusively in Rust, this project delivers a complete TypeScript alternative that eliminates language barriers and enables seamless integration with web applications, browser-based wallets, and Node.js environments. The implementation includes full IETF VRF, Pedersen VRF, and Ring VRF schemes built on the Bandersnatch curve, while maintaining strict compliance with Web3 Foundation specifications and RFC standards.

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• Level 1: Up to $10,000, 2 approvals
• Level 2: Up to $30,000, 3 approvals
• Level 3: Unlimited, 5 approvals (for >$100k: Web3 Foundation Council approval)

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[Lederstrumpf]

Hi @mikirov

Thanks for your application & apologies for the long wait.
I've discussed your application with Davide in the meantime.

Cost & scope of your proposal look reasonable to me, and having a typescript implementation is certainly useful since all JAM implementations I'm aware of still piggyback on https://github.com/davxy/ark-vrf, so having yours available too increases resilience (note there's also a python implementation in the pipeline: https://github.com/PolkadotOpenSourceGrants/apply/blob/master/applications/dot-ring.md).
I also don't have a concern with JAM prize here since this is a cryptographic primitive, and third party implementations are acceptable for this.

So an aye from my side.
Just left some nit suggestions so that once your delivery gets reviewed, it's clear which equations you were referring to since line numbers are fragile & ambiguous.
That being said, your delivery should of course be compatible with GP & W3F VRF/ring proof specs at time of your delivery, but I expect the relevant aspects to remain static.

[mikirov]

Hey @Lederstrumpf thanks for the feedback and the trust. Feedback seems completely reasonable to me, updated with your suggestions.