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EIP-1559 base fees

Ethereum burns a protocol base fee that adjusts with block utilisation.

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  1. Overview
  2. Why it matters
  3. What to check
  4. Sources

Overview

Ethereum burns a protocol base fee that adjusts with block utilisation.

Why it matters

Priority fee and fee cap determine additional payment and maximum exposure.

What to check

Reconstruct the effective gas price from the receipt.

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