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Universal Semiconductor (v1.17.9)
Publication: Ethereum client releases
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Source published: 21/10/2026, 15:08:46 UTC
Briefing created: 21/10/2026, 16:07:30 UTC
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Briefings
Geth 1.17.9 enables the Amsterdam fork on the Hoodi testnet at block timestamp 1793036568 (Oct 26, 2026) and includes EVM performance improvements. The release also fixes database corruption, network restart issues, and RPC compliance for the Amsterdam fork transition.
Key points
- Amsterdam fork activation on Hoodi testnet is scheduled for block timestamp 1793036568 on October 26, 2026.
- EVM opcode dispatching improved by 16% due to an inlined switch implementation in this release.
Context
This update is part of the Geth 1.17.9 release, which includes changes to the EVM and network protocols to support the Amsterdam fork on the Hoodi testnet.
Limitations
Evidence covers specific timestamp and performance metrics but lacks details on user adoption rates, long-term stability under heavy load, or future compatibility with other testnets.
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