SSZ vs RLP: Ethereum's Merkle Root Shift Explained
SSZ and RLP build Merkle roots through different mechanisms. The gap determines proof cost, verifier complexity, and cross-client reliability.
№ 002EthereumEthereum SSZ vs RLP: Why the Migration Stalled
SSZ offers cleaner Merkle proofs and faster light clients. RLP still runs the execution layer. The exact mechanics, and the switching costs, explained.
№ 003EthereumEthereum SSZ vs RLP: The Serialization Shift Explained
SSZ replaced RLP on Ethereum's consensus layer. The two formats differ in philosophy, Merkle support, and developer impact, a concrete technical breakdown.