Lighthouse
An open-source Ethereum consensus client written in Rust, designed for security and performance on the Ethereum proof-of-stake network.
What is Lighthouse?
Lighthouse is a production-ready Ethereum consensus client written in Rust that enables participation in the Ethereum proof-of-stake network. It is maintained by Sigma Prime and focuses on security, performance, and active involvement in Ethereum's consensus specification development.
Ethereum validators, node operators, and developers seeking a secure, high-performance client for participating in or building on the Ethereum proof-of-stake consensus layer.
Developers choose Lighthouse for its security-first approach, including continuous fuzzing and external audits, combined with the performance and safety guarantees of Rust. Its active role in Ethereum specification development ensures it stays aligned with network upgrades and best practices.
Overview
Ethereum consensus client in Rust
Use Cases
Best For
- Running a secure and high-performance Ethereum validator node on mainnet.
- Node operators prioritizing safety and robustness due to Rust's memory safety features.
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