Ethereum’s next hard fork upgrade, Fusaka, has been successfully activated on the Hooli testnet, marking the network’s entry into the final testing phase before its official launch. After completing this critical test, Fusaka will undergo a testing period of at least 30 days to ensure a smooth implementation of the mainnet upgrade. According to the plan outlined by Ethereum core developers, Fusaka is expected to be officially deployed on the mainnet on December 3, representing a major update to the Ethereum blockchain.
The goal of the Fusaka hard fork is to significantly enhance the scalability, efficiency, and security of the Ethereum network. This upgrade will include multiple technical improvements, with the most critical ones being an increase in the block gas limit, expanded "Blob" data capacity, and enhanced node security. These improvements will provide Ethereum with stronger processing capabilities, supporting larger-scale transactions and data processing, thereby boosting the network’s overall performance.
The upgrade also includes several Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs), with the most notable being EIP-7594, which introduces the application of PeerDAS technology. This technology allows Ethereum validators to perform more efficient data sampling, as validators only need to check data fragments instead of the entire Blob, greatly improving the availability of Layer 2 data. This innovation not only enhances network efficiency but also brings lower costs and faster verification speeds for developers and users.
To further ensure the security of the Fusaka upgrade, the Ethereum Foundation has launched a four-week security audit competition. The competition will invite security experts from around the world to conduct comprehensive testing and auditing of Fusaka, with a prize pool of up to $2 million. This initiative aims to identify and resolve potential security risks before the full rollout, ensuring the safety and stability of the upgrade.
It is worth noting that the Fusaka hard fork follows Ethereum’s previous major upgrade, Pectra, by just six months. The Ethereum development team has already begun planning the next upgrade—Glamsterdam. This accelerated pace reflects the increasing emphasis the Ethereum team places on network upgrades and indicates that the Ethereum ecosystem will continue to improve and expand in the coming years to better adapt to the rapid changes and challenges in the blockchain industry.
Overall, the Fusaka hard fork is not only a significant milestone in Ethereum’s development but also represents the ongoing efforts of the Ethereum team to enhance blockchain technology and service capabilities. With Fusaka and future upgrades, Ethereum is expected to more stably and efficiently meet the growing demands of users while maintaining its leading position in the fields of smart contracts and decentralized applications.
