❗ Mandatory Update for Base Mainnet Nodes
This release introduces the Holocene hardfork activation on the Base Mainnet network, scheduled for Thu 09 Jan 2025 18:00:01 UTC.
Upgrade Instructions
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Reth Node Operators:
- Must upgrade to at least v0.11.2 before the activation timestamp.
- Failure to upgrade will result in halted nodes when the Holocene hardfork activates.
- If already upgraded to v0.11.1, Reth node operators must still update to v0.11.2 for compatibility fixes.
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Geth Node Operators:
- If running v0.11.1, no further action is needed.
- If not updated yet, upgrade directly to v0.11.2 to be on the latest version.
Release Details
Holocene Hardfork Activation:
- Base Mainnet: Mandatory update for all node operators.
- Base Sepolia: Optional update, but includes performance improvements and bug fixes.