Web3 Integration

The Web3 Integration layer enables Macro Browser to interact seamlessly with blockchain networks and decentralized applications (dApps). This component bridges the traditional web browsing experience with the decentralized web ecosystem.

Architecture Overview

Key Components

Wallet Connector

Facilitates connections with cryptocurrency wallets:

External Wallet Support: Integration with popular wallets (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, etc.)
WalletConnect Support: Connection to mobile wallets via QR code
Hardware Wallet Integration: Support for Ledger, Trezor, and other hardware wallets
Multi-Wallet Management: Connect and manage multiple wallets simultaneously
Connection Status Monitoring: Track wallet connection state

Provider Bridge

Implements the Web3 provider interface for dApp connectivity:

EIP-1193 Compliance: Standard Ethereum provider API implementation
Method Handling: Processing of Ethereum JSON-RPC methods
Event Propagation: Wallet and chain-related events (connect, disconnect, chainChanged, etc.)
Request Filtering: Security filtering of provider requests
Cross-Origin Isolation: Domain-specific provider instances

Transaction Manager

Handles blockchain transactions securely:

Transaction Creation: Help construct valid blockchain transactions
Gas Estimation: Accurate gas fee estimations
Transaction Signing: Secure signing process with user confirmation
Transaction Broadcasting: Sending signed transactions to the network
Transaction Monitoring: Track transaction status and confirmations
Receipt Validation: Verify transaction completion and effects

Network Manager

Supports multiple blockchain networks:

Network Switching: Easy switching between different networks
Chain Validation: Ensure proper chain ID and network configuration
Custom Network Support: Adding and managing custom RPC endpoints
Network Status Monitoring: Track network availability and conditions
EIP-3085 Support: Adding new networks via wallet_addEthereumChain
EIP-3326 Support: Switching networks via wallet_switchEthereumChain

Security Monitor

Provides security features for Web3 interactions:

Phishing Protection: Detection of known scam sites and malicious dApps
Contract Verification: Verification of smart contract source code when available
Permission Management: Granular control over dApp permissions
Transaction Analysis: Pre-execution analysis of transaction effects
Spending Limits: Optional spending limits for transactions

Technical Implementation

Wallet Connection Flow

Web3 Provider Implementation

// Example of a simplified Web3 provider implementation
class MacroWeb3Provider {
  private connectedAccounts: string[] = [];
  private currentChainId: string = '0x1'; // Ethereum Mainnet by default
  private wallet: IWallet;
  private domain: string;

  constructor(wallet: IWallet, domain: string) {
    this.wallet = wallet;
    this.domain = domain;
  }

  // Main JSON-RPC request handler (EIP-1193)
  async request(args: { method: string; params?: unknown[] }): Promise<unknown> {
    // Security checks
    if (!this.isMethodAllowed(args.method, this.domain)) {
      throw new Error(`Method ${args.method} not allowed for ${this.domain}`);
    }

    // Handle specific methods locally if needed
    switch (args.method) {
      case 'eth_accounts':
        return this.connectedAccounts;

      case 'eth_chainId':
        return this.currentChainId;

      case 'eth_requestAccounts':
        // Trigger wallet connection UI if needed
        if (this.connectedAccounts.length === 0) {
          await this.connectWallet();
        }
        return this.connectedAccounts;

      // For most methods, pass through to wallet
      default:
        // For transaction requests, show confirmation UI
        if (['eth_sendTransaction', 'eth_signTransaction'].includes(args.method)) {
          await this.showTransactionConfirmation(args.method, args.params);
        }

        // Forward request to wallet
        return await this.wallet.request(args);
    }
  }

  // Support for legacy web3
  sendAsync(payload: any, callback: (error: Error | null, result?: any) => void): void {
    this.request(payload)
      .then(result => callback(null, { jsonrpc: '2.0', id: payload.id, result }))
      .catch(error => callback(error));
  }

  // EIP-1193 events
  on(eventName: string, listener: (...args: any[]) => void): void {
    // Implementation of event handling
  }
}

Transaction Security

// Example of transaction security analysis
async function analyzeTransaction(transaction: TransactionRequest): Promise<SecurityAnalysis> {
  const analysis: SecurityAnalysis = {
    riskLevel: 'low',
    warnings: [],
    recommendations: []
  };

  // Check destination address against known scams
  if (isKnownScamAddress(transaction.to)) {
    analysis.riskLevel = 'high';
    analysis.warnings.push('Destination address is associated with known scams');
  }

  // Check for unusual gas price
  const currentGasPrice = await getCurrentGasPrice();
  if (transaction.gasPrice && transaction.gasPrice > currentGasPrice * 2) {
    analysis.riskLevel = Math.max(analysis.riskLevel === 'low' ? 'medium' : analysis.riskLevel);
    analysis.warnings.push('Gas price is significantly higher than current network average');
  }

  // Check if contract is verified
  if (await isContract(transaction.to)) {
    const isVerified = await isContractVerified(transaction.to);
    if (!isVerified) {
      analysis.recommendations.push('Contract source code is not verified. Proceed with caution.');
    }

    // Simulate transaction to analyze effects
    try {
      const simulationResult = await simulateTransaction(transaction);
      if (simulationResult.tokenTransfers.length > 0) {
        analysis.recommendations.push(`This transaction will transfer: ${formatTokenTransfers(simulationResult.tokenTransfers)}`);
      }
    } catch (error) {
      analysis.warnings.push('Transaction simulation failed. This may indicate potential issues.');
    }
  }

  return analysis;
}

Integration with dApps

Macro Browser's Web3 integration enables seamless interaction with decentralized applications:

Automatic Provider Injection: Web3 provider automatically injected into dApp pages
Permission System: dApps request permission to connect to user's wallet
Transaction Approval Flow: Clear UI for transaction approval
Network Compatibility: Support for multiple blockchain networks
Chain Switching: Allow dApps to request network changes

User Interface

The Web3 integration includes several user interface components:

Wallet Connection Button: Easily accessible in the browser toolbar
Connected Account Display: Shows currently connected wallet and account
Transaction Approval Dialog: Clear presentation of transaction details
Network Selector: Dropdown for changing the active blockchain network
Asset Overview: Summary of wallet balances (optional)

Privacy Considerations

The Web3 integration is designed with privacy in mind:

Domain Isolation: Each domain gets its own isolated provider instance
Minimal Data Sharing: Only necessary data is shared with dApps
No Persistent Storage: Wallet connection data not stored permanently
Transparent Permissions: Clear display of what each dApp can access
Optional Connections: Users can choose which dApps can connect to their wallet

Future Enhancements

Planned improvements for the Web3 integration:

Enhanced Transaction Simulation: More detailed preview of transaction effects
NFT Support: Improved handling of non-fungible tokens
Multi-Chain Operations: Streamlined cross-chain transactions
Layer 2 Optimizations: Better support for Layer 2 scaling solutions
Wallet SDK: Developer tools for wallet and dApp developers

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