WORLDWIDE - Ethereum's Goerli testnet encountered difficulties today with the Dencun upgrade at 6:32 UTC, which is a step in the platform's transition to a proof-of-stake model. The issues arose primarily due to low engagement from validators, especially those running Prysm software, leading to problems with network finalization.
The situation showed signs of improvement as validators began to come back online, addressing the consensus issues that had emerged. This upgrade is a critical part of Ethereum's evolution, as it introduces proto-danksharding and ephemeral data blobs. These enhancements are designed to improve data availability and lower costs for Layer 2 platforms, which are essential for scaling the network.
As Ethereum continues on its path toward a full transition to proof-of-stake, further testing is scheduled for the Sepolia and Holesky testnets. The eventual mainnet upgrade is highly anticipated, and following this, the Ethereum Foundation plans to cease support for the Goerli testnet.
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