Solana Developers Propose Scrapping Durable Nonce Transactions

Cointime update: Solana developers have proposed abolishing the durable nonce transaction feature, which keeps signed transactions valid indefinitely and lets custodians and exchanges sign offline. 9. The mechanism was exploited in the April attack on Drift that cost at least $270 million. The proposal still needs technical approval and would take effect on mainnet no earlier than May 5, 2027, with institutions required to migrate to alternatives; Solana Foundation migration requirements could push the final deadline back.