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Blobs, introduced in the Dencun hard fork (2024), are large data packets that help reduce transaction costs and enhance Layer-2 performance. Buterin has been a strong advocate for increasing blob space, emphasizing that Ethereum must scale effectively to retain users.
"If Ethereum does not offer this, then people will find it elsewhere, and people are going to have an insecure blockchain experience that is not on Ethereum," he warned during a recent All Core Developers Execution (ACDE) call.
Initially planned as Ethereum’s most ambitious upgrade, Petra was later split into two phases. The upcoming release, scheduled for March 2025, includes:
✅ Increased Validator Staking Limits
✅ Improved Wallet Functionality for better user experience
✅ Scalability Enhancements via blob target expansion
Buterin also proposed a staker-voted blob target system, allowing automatic adjustments based on technological improvements rather than waiting for new hard forks.
With Petra’s enhancements, Ethereum strengthens its position as a leading blockchain for decentralized applications. The upcoming upgrade could significantly increase network efficiency, benefiting both developers and users.