BNB Chain has successfully tested the Pascal hardfork on its testnet and is preparing for the mainnet launch on March 20. The update marks a significant step forward for the network, implementing the EIP-7702 standard, which greatly enhances user experience and developer flexibility.
EIP-7702: Features and Technical Impact
EIP-7702 is a technical standard that allows wallets to function more like smart contracts, enabling users to access blockchain applications without complex operations while providing substantial technical improvements. Key innovations include gas abstraction, smart contract wallets with enhanced security and simplified access, batch operations, and reduced fees, as well as improved Ethereum Virtual Machine compatibility.
Required Updates Before March 20
All parties running BNB Chain nodes must update their software to the latest versions to ensure compatibility with the new chain features. BSC node operators and validators should update to version 1.5.7, opBNB operators should update to versions 0.5.2 or 0.5.6, and exchanges and infrastructure providers must test their systems. Developers also need to test their applications and update their code as necessary.
BNB Chain Development Roadmap
The Pascal hardfork is part of a larger development plan for BNB Chain. After this upgrade, the network has scheduled two major updates: Lorentz in April 2025, which will reduce block times to 1.5 seconds, and Maxwell in June 2025, which will reduce block times to 0.75 seconds, further enhancing network performance and transaction throughput.
The Pascal hardfork represents a significant technical advancement for BNB Chain, improving user experience and security. The upgrade will go live on March 20, 2025, at 02:10 UTC. All participants must update their software before this date. With new enhancements, BNB Chain continues to focus on faster, more flexible, and more user-friendly blockchain applications.
