Transaction Blobs

Definition ∞ Transaction blobs are discrete units of data that can be attached to blockchain transactions, often used for purposes like storing larger amounts of information than standard transaction fields permit. Their introduction can affect transaction fees and network capacity. Different blockchains may implement blobs with varying specifications and utility.
Context ∞ The introduction or modification of transaction blob handling is a significant development for blockchain scalability and data availability. News concerning changes to blob gas limits, their integration into layer-two solutions, or their impact on transaction costs are highly relevant to understanding network performance. The efficient management of these data structures is key to network throughput.