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In the first ACD call of the year after the holiday break, Ethereum core developers focus on tying up future loose ends. Pectra solid fork.

Devnet 5, which launched shortly before the call, may be the last (implemented over the network) before moving to the testnet phase, which is tentatively scheduled to begin in early February. Pectra's system contracts have undergone bytecode audits, with all changes already implemented. A follow-up presentation of the review results will be provided within two weeks.

Much of the discussion focused on improving gas recovery mechanisms. EIP-7623which aims to demonstrate how to handle gas recovery, has been successfully integrated, resolving issues related to the gas recovery application order. The reform addresses a sticking point for Pectra, ensuring transaction gas costs are in line with expected outcomes.

Another key feature under scrutiny is the EIP-7840, which relates to Core graphics updates In the future of Ethereum. Marek Moraczyński from the Nethermind team provided context for a proposal that aims to simplify configuration and bring consistency to Ethereum, enhancing network efficiency.

As Ethereum looks to pick any low-hanging fruit to help scale, other improvements are making their way toward developer consensus. One, related BLS pre-assembly Gas costs are under EIP-2537It seeks to align the gas constants with previous assumptions. “The easiest solution to the specification is… to correct the constant so that it follows previous assumptions,” explained Radek Zagórowicz of the Ipsilon team. This adjustment ensures consistency in gas costs, in line with Ethereum's larger goal of efficient scalability.

Gas limits on Holsky testnet It was discussed, with a suggestion to keep it high, relative to the mainnet, for testing purposes. For example, the gas limit will increase to 60 million after the Pectra fork, and gradually rise with each fork after that.

Who should lead EF?

Beyond day-to-day development, the Ethereum community is also rallying behind Danny Ryan as a strong candidate to lead the Ethereum Foundation (EF). His technical expertise, demonstrated during Ethereum's transition to Proof of Stake, as well as his community-based approach, have made him a respected figure in the field.

EF is led by Aya Miyaguchi, who has served as its CEO since 2018, but there have been a plethora of calls for X for new leadership, many of which support Ryan.

Anton Cheng subscriber His story of how Ryan inspired him in 2019 by “[showing]him the way to Ethereum,” as a strong supporter of open source software. The prominent, albeit pseudonymous, DCinvestor likewise shown Ryan's leadership qualities, noting his ability to lead through uncertainty and his deep technical understanding of Ethereum, are key qualities as Ethereum overcomes scaling challenges.

Ryan who Leave EF was in September It is said Interested in the role of EF. He struck a diplomatic note at X in an attempt to avoid any incivility:

“Regardless of the future of Ethereum — whether with or without me in any capacity — I want to say publicly and very clearly that I have nothing but respect and praise for (Miyaguchi’s) leadership and friendship,” Ryan said. books.

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