#SeiNetwork Moves to EVM-Only #future : SIP-3 Proposal Unveiled

Sei Labs has introduced #SIP-3, a pivotal proposal to transition Sei (#Sei ) to an #evm -only architecture. This marks a strategic shift away from dual VM support, retiring CosmWasm and native Cosmos transactions in favor of a unified EVM experience.

What’s Changing?

Only EVM addresses will be able to send transactions.

Core functions like staking and governance will remain.

A three-phase migration plan ensures a smooth transition.

Why the Change?

Phillip Su, Engineering Manager at Sei Labs, emphasized the network's momentum since launching Sei v2 with EVM support. Simplifying to EVM aims to:

Enhance developer & user experience

Reduce infrastructure complexity

Strengthen community alignment

What’s Next?

#Developers

and validators will need to adapt workflows, while Sei Labs will guide the community through each phase.

The EVM era on Sei is coming — and it’s designed to scale.