ENS Launches Alpha Log Series for v2 Development Updates
ENS Launches Alpha Log Series for v2 Development Updates
馃攧 ENS Alpha Updates Begin
The Ethereum Name Service has introduced the ENSv2 Alpha Log, a recurring update series tracking development progress on their new App and Explorer on Sepolia testnet.
The team will regularly share:
- New features being built
- Improvements to existing functionality
- Bug fixes during the alpha phase
This follows recent ENS developments including:
- A streamlined registration flow with fewer steps
- The ENS Explorer Alpha launch, providing complete onchain records for any ENS name
- More predictable transactions with trending downward gas costs
Users can test both tools on Sepolia:
- App: app.ens.dev
- Explorer: explorer.ens.dev
The Alpha Log series aims to keep the community informed as ENSv2 continues evolving through its testing phase.
The ENS Explorer Alpha is live on Sepolia testnet. It surfaces the complete onchain record of any ENS name, including ownership changes, roles, resolver updates, subnames, and full history, all in one place. Try it today 猡碉笍 explorer.ens.dev
More predictable ENS transactions are coming. As capacity expands, ENS operations become more efficient and gas costs trend downward over time. Try the alpha on Sepolia today 猡碉笍 app.ens.dev
Register an ENS name in fewer steps. The ENS App Alpha introduces a faster, more streamlined registration flow on Sepolia testnet. Try the alpha today 猡碉笍 app.ens.dev
Introducing the ENSv2 Alpha Log. This is a recurring update on what the team is building as the ENS App and Explorer take shape on Sepolia. In this series we will share new features, improvements, and fixes introduced during the alpha phase. Here is what changed recently. 馃У
ENS Launches on.eth Registry to Standardize Cross-Chain Naming Infrastructure
ENS has introduced **on.eth**, a canonical on-chain registry for blockchain networks and their metadata. The system allows applications to resolve chain identities like "base" or "arbitrum" directly through ENS using verifiable on-chain data, rather than relying on fragmented off-chain databases. **Key features:** - Provides standardized naming for execution environments across the interoperable blockchain ecosystem - Enables wallets and applications to access consistent chain mappings through ENS resolution flows - Governed by ENS DAO with operational management delegated to a multisig - Chain operators will ultimately control and update their own metadata records The launch follows ENS's recent **DNS twins** feature through Doma, which allows existing DNS domain owners to use their domains as ENS names on-chain without minting new .eth names. Both initiatives reflect ENS's strategy of extending existing internet infrastructure rather than creating isolated namespaces, positioning ENS as coordination infrastructure for an increasingly multi-chain environment. [Read the full announcement](https://ens.domains/blog/post/on-eth-chain-registry)
ENS App Adds Native Browser Notifications for Real-Time Updates
The **ENS App** has introduced **native browser notifications**, allowing users to receive important updates directly in their browser without manually checking the app. This follows the February addition of built-in notifications for name expiration reminders via email, Telegram, and browser alerts. **Key features:** - Real-time browser notifications for critical updates - Multiple notification channels (email, Telegram, browser) - Expiration reminders to prevent losing domain names These updates aim to help ENS users stay informed about their Ethereum domain names and avoid missing important deadlines.
ENS Explorer Launches Resolver Dashboard for Simplified Node Management
**New Resolver Dashboard Now Available** The ENS Explorer has introduced a dedicated Resolver dashboard for users who own resolver nodes. This new feature consolidates all resolver configurations into a single, centralized page. **Key Features:** - View all resolver node configurations in one location - Simplified management of technical setups for ENS names - Streamlined interface for resolver node owners **Recent Platform Updates** This launch follows the February redesign of the ENS dashboard, which introduced: - Clearer organization of names, settings, and activity - Architecture built to scale with ENSv2 - Foundation for future feature integration The Resolver dashboard represents another step in improving the user experience for ENS name management and technical configuration.
ENS App Now Includes Built-in Expiration Notifications
The ENS Manager app has introduced a highly anticipated feature: **built-in expiration notifications**. **Key Features:** - Set up reminders through multiple channels: email, Telegram, or browser notifications - Never lose your ENS domain to accidental expiry - Notifications work directly within the app at [app.ens.domains](http://app.ens.domains) **Additional Context:** This builds on existing ENS Manager features, including the ability to register and extend names by selecting exact expiration dates for more precise domain control. The notification system addresses a common pain point for ENS users who may forget renewal dates and risk losing valuable domain names.