Implement Web3 OAuth/Sign-In Functionality

[0xmulch]

Overview

I would like to suggest Jetty should integrate Web3 OAuth/Sign-In to let users log in with their blockchain wallets, like MetaMask or WalletConnect.

This move taps into the secure and user-friendly aspects of blockchain, offering a modern twist to logging in without traditional usernames and passwords. Impact to legacy code is minimal, so this would be a means of radically modernizing Jetty in the eyes of the public, without a lot of technical overhead for maintainers.

Following implementation, users would be able to authenticate by simply connecting their wallet! It’s like “Sign in with Google" but on-chain and permission-less. Moreover, numerous libraries already provide this functionality.

Long-term, Jetty could have significant potential within the Web3 space, particularly for enhancing cross-chain communications and supporting decentralized physical infrastructure. Jetty could play a crucial role in the evolving Web3 ecosystem. If explored, this direction could greatly amplify Jetty's impact on blockchain interoperability and the broader adoption of decentralized and open source systems.

Enhancement-Specific Description

• User Perks: Instant account setup with a wallet address and one-click logins. No forms or PII, just a quick signature.
• Compatibility: Works natively with major EVM wallets, keeping an eye on a smooth integration with our current system.
• Benefits: This boosts security, protects user privacy by obfuscating PII, and puts Jetty ahead in the Web3 space.

Looking forward to making Jetty a pioneer in Web3. Open to feedback/questions.

CC: @jmcc0nn3ll

[gregw]

@lachlan-roberts is this something you'd like to look into?

[0xmulch]

@lachlan-roberts If you run into any snags, don't hesitate to reach out and I can try to help you out.

[lachlan-roberts]

@0xmulch I have opened PR #11883 if you wish to review.

It is still a draft PR as there is still work to do including the documentation, but it is working and would be good to receive some early reviews.

[lachlan-roberts]

Completed in the 12.1.x branch.