Google Cloud has launched a Blockchain Remote Procedure Call (RPC) service designed to improve the reliability and development experience of decentralized applications (DApps).
The service will initially focus on the Ethereum ecosystem and aims to address the challenge of RPC reliability, which is crucial for DApp performance and user experience.
What is a Blockchain Remote Procedure Call (RPC) Service?
An RPC service is a communication protocol that allows decentralized applications (DApps) to interact with blockchain networks. In essence, it acts as a bridge between a DApp and the blockchain, allowing the application to query data, submit transactions, and request information from the blockchain node
RPCs are essential for DApps because they enable communication with blockchain networks for tasks like validating transactions and retrieving data. However, issues like network congestion and transaction spikes can cause delays and errors, impacting the functionality of DApps.
Google hopes its cloud service can leverage its robust infrastructure to provide increased reliability and potentially mitigate these issues. The service is designed to integrate with existing Ethereum-based applications by adhering to the Ethereum JSON-RPC standard.
Developers can easily switch between RPC providers with minimal code changes. Additionally, a free tier allows up to 100 requests per second and 1 million requests per day, making it easy to experiment and develop data-intensive applications without significant upfront costs.
Google Cloud plans to expand its support to other blockchain networks beyond Ethereum in the future. This launch follows previous initiatives such as the Blockchain Node Engine and the formation of a digital assets team, highlighting the company’s growing interest in monetizing the blockchain space.
