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Ethereum’s Glamsterdam test gets last-minute fix before major capacity jump

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Ethereum's Sepolia testnet underwent a critical capacity upgrade to support 200 million gas per block, a move necessitated by a last-minute software update from its main validator clients. This update occurred hours prior to the testnet launch, ensuring network stability during the initial high-volume phase. The event marks a significant milestone in scaling Ethereum's testnet infrastructure, though the specific impact on mainnet performance remains unverified.

Key points

• Ethereum's Sepolia testnet was upgraded to support 200 million gas per block to accommodate increased transaction volume.
• The necessary software update was applied to main validator clients hours before the testnet launch to prevent network congestion.

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The evidence confirms the update timing and gas capacity increase but does not specify the testnet's launch date, the number of validators affected, or the resulting performance metrics on the mainnet.

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