Ethereum developers have confirmed that the highly anticipated Pectra upgrade will be tested on the Holesky and Sepolia networks on February 24 and March 5, respectively. If these tests go smoothly, the upgrade will launch on the Ethereum mainnet on April 8.
The decision was made during Ethereum’s All Core Developers Execution (ACDE) Call 205 on February 13, 2025, led by ethereum foundation
During the meeting, developers confirmed that client teams are on track to release software for the testnet upgrades. Beiko also suggested finalizing the scope of Ethereum’s next upgrade, Fusaka, by the time Pectra goes live. However, the Geth team opposed this, saying the timeline was too short. They also argued that one of the proposed Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs), called EOF, should be removed.
To address these concerns, Beiko proposed giving developers more time—one month instead of two weeks—to refine their ideas for Fusaka. He also adjusted the feedback process, allowing the Geth team to share their views individually rather than as a group.
The Pectra upgrade is expected to bring major improvements. It will increase transaction speeds and lower costs, making Ethereum more competitive with other blockchains. Security and usability upgrades will also make Ethereum safer and more accessible for developers and investors.
For ETH holders, this upgrade could boost confidence in the network, leading to greater adoption and potentially higher prices. However, as with any major update, some short-term market volatility is expected.
Pectra’s rollout comes at a time of leadership changes within the Ethereum Foundation, raising concerns about governance and neutrality. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin
With Pectra locked in for April, focus will soon shift to Fusaka and beyond, shaping the next phase of Ethereum’s evolution.
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