The Ethereum Foundation has released an update on Layer 1 scaling, highlighting increases in gas limits and data management improvements. These initiatives aim to optimize network operation and enhance node accessibility.
Strengthened Leadership: Balancing Engineering and Security
The Ethereum Foundation has formed a robust team for its Layer 1 scaling project, including Marius van der Wijden, Ansgar Dietrichs, and Tim Beiko. Marius brings experience from Geth, focusing on protocol security, while Ansgar conducts research and Tim coordinates community interaction.
Gas Limit Breakthrough: Aiming for 100 Million Gas
Recent improvements have raised the gas limit to 45 million, with a target of hitting 100 million. Client teams have optimized performance to ensure network stability under high loads, allowing for reduced gas fees.
Historical Data Management: Making Nodes Lighter
The History Expiry project has enabled the removal of older historical data, saving nodes up to 500 GB of disk space. This accessibility improves full node operation and reduces data storage costs.
These initiatives are set to significantly enhance critical aspects of Ethereum's operation, including increased capacity, reduced costs, and greater user participation in the network.
