Ethereum Superchain Upgrades Coming This Week
Ethereum Superchain Upgrades Coming This Week
🚀 Ethereum's Big Diet Plan
The Ethereum Superchain is receiving major upgrades this week with the Pectra implementation. Key improvements include:
- Smart wallet enhancements (EIP-7702)
- Reduced transaction fees through blob integration
- Streamlined user experience with fewer clicks
Additional upgrades planned for this year:
- Flashblocks technology making chains 10x faster
- Superchain Interoperability enabling cross-chain communication
These changes aim to make Ethereum more user-friendly and scalable while maintaining stability.
The Superchain will be Pectra-fied on Friday this week. - Fewer clicks - Cheaper fees - More scalability We are ready for, and excited to build a more user friendly, scalable, and powerful Ethereum.
0/ the biggest ethereum upgrade since the merge is coming. and this time, you’ll feel it. it’s called pectra and here’s why it matters a guest thread by @binji_x ↓
gpectra By the end of the week, the Superchain will have: - Smarter wallets (7702) - More consistent cheap fees (blobs) All of this is paired with extra upgrades happening to the Superchain over the course of the year: - Flashblocks (chains become 10x faster) - Superchain
Superchain Interop Incubator Shows Progress
The Superchain ecosystem continues to expand with the OP Stack emerging as the dominant L2 solution. Key metrics include: - 50+ chains and $17B+ in TVL - 6 of top 10 L2s running OP Stack - Powers 70% of all L2 transactions Recent developments: - Four networks (OP Mainnet, Base, Unichain, Ink) reached Stage 1 decentralization - Flashblocks upgrade reducing transaction times to ~200ms - Native interop features coming this summer - Growing number of teams joining Superchain Incubator The platform emphasizes security, speed, and seamless cross-chain interactions while maintaining Ethereum compatibility.
Sake Finance Joins SuperStacks as Core App Partner
Sake Finance has been announced as the latest addition to SuperStacks' core app partners, joining Velodrome Finance and Uniswap. Key updates: - Sake pools are now active and eligible for Superchain XP - Users can simultaneously earn yield and XP through SuperStacks - New exclusive pools available on the platform The integration expands SuperStacks' DeFi ecosystem on the Superchain network, offering users additional opportunities for yield generation while earning experience points. Visit [SuperStacks](https://app.optimism.io/superstacks) to explore the new pools.
Worldcoin Mini App Ecosystem Shows Continued Growth
Worldcoin's mini app ecosystem demonstrates sustained growth on the Superchain platform. The system allows developers to Vibe-code applications and immediately access a network of verified users upon launch. A notable example is the PoolTogether Mini App, which has attracted over 27,000 verified users through the Worldcoin App Store. **Key Features**: - Immediate access to verified users - Simplified app development through Vibe-code - Integration with Worldcoin App Store - Built on Superchain infrastructure
Optimism Introduces SuperStacks: Earn Yield and XP on Superchain
Optimism has launched SuperStacks on the Superchain, offering users a dual-reward opportunity through yield farming and XP accumulation. - Users can participate in exclusive pools - Rewards include both yield returns and experience points - Platform aims to incentivize active participation in the ecosystem Get started with SuperStacks: [Official Documentation](https://optimism.mirror.xyz/VcgOzzYe4iQ_Ouh5cs9AWPuStZn8xQEH2PvUw8JkFYk) [Participation Portal](https://app.optimism.io/superstacks)