Ethereum Activates BPO-1: Boosting Layer 2 Capacity
The $ETH Ethereum Foundation has successfully activated BPO-1 (Blob-Parameter-Only), a critical upgrade designed to enhance network capacity without requiring a full hard fork.
BPO-1 increases the dedicated data space for Layer 2 (L2) solutions by raising the maximum number of "blobs" each block can carry from 9 to 15.
This expansion is a pivotal step in$ETH Ethereum's scaling roadmap, as the added space for L2 rollups translates directly into:
Lower Costs: Rollups can batch more data, driving down transaction fees for end-users.
Higher Throughput: L2 networks can handle more activity and support wider adoption.
The Foundation confirmed that BPO-2 is already scheduled for release in January 2026, which will further increase blob capacity (targeting 21 maximum blobs per block). This methodical approach demonstrates Ethereum's commitment to scaling while maintaining network stability.
