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Going from Activation to Deployment: What You Need to Know About Ethereum’s BIP66 Upgrade
In May 2020, the Ethereum network underwent a major upgrade known as the Transition to Proof of Stake (PoS), which was intended to move from a proof-of-work (PoW) consensus mechanism to a proof-of-stake (PoS) system. However, this upgrade also introduced a new level of complexity and security features, including BIP66, a key component that enables the transition.
But what does this mean for you when it comes to BIP66? When did BIP66 go from activation to proctoring?
Activation vs. Forcing: What’s the Difference?
In a PoW network, miners are responsible for activating the rules for each block before other nodes can verify them. This requires creating rules and protocols that govern how the network operates.
On the other hand, in a PoS network like Ethereum, the focus shifts to enforcement. Network operators, rather than miners, take responsibility for ensuring that the rules of the network are followed across all blocks. This means that they must implement any new rules or changes to maintain the integrity and security of the network.
When did BIP66 go from activation to monitoring?
The transition from activation to execution is an important milestone in the development of Ethereum’s PoS consensus mechanism. According to the Ethereum team, this switch occurred on March 28, 2022, marking the end of the “activation” phase and the beginning of the “implementation” phase.
In other words, BIP66 has gone from activating rules within each block (a PoW-like behavior) to enforcing the same rules across all blocks in the PoS network. This change enables more effective security and scalability by allowing network operators to maintain consistency and integrity across the network.
What does this mean for you?
As an Ethereum user or developer, this transition may not be immediately obvious. However, it is important to understand how BIP66 has evolved over time.
While the activation phase has been replaced by a more efficient control mechanism, some changes may still impact how you interact with the network. For example:
- New rules and protocols: BIP66 has introduced new features that govern how the network operates. These rules will continue to evolve as the ecosystem grows.
- Network behavior: The transition from activation to enforcement has resulted in some changes in network behavior, including changes to block validation and event validation.
- Security updates: As with any major change, this transition may include additional security updates and improvements.
To ensure you are up to date with the latest developments, we recommend checking the official Ethereum blog and documentation for the latest information.
