Polygon PoS Sidechain Introduces Napoli Hard Fork, Enhancing Dencun Upgrade Support

Polygon Network Executes Napoli Hard Fork

The Polygon Proof-of-Stake (PoS) sidechain has successfully implemented the Napoli hard fork, introducing support for Dencun features and becoming the first network to support RIP-7212.

Napoli Hard Fork Upgrades

• EIP-1153: Transient Storage for enhanced block space utilization efficiency
• EIP-6780: SELFDESTRUCT functionality restriction for improved security
• EIP-5656: Memory copying instruction optimization for streamlined processes

Polygon’s Support for RIP-7212 and EIP-4844

As part of the Napoli Hard Fork, Polygon PoS activated RIP-7212, introducing support for a new precompile for the secp256r1 curve. Additionally, Polygon plans to incorporate support for EIP-4844 in the upcoming Feijoa upgrade scheduled for May.

RollCall’s Contribution to Interoperability

RIP-7212, developed by RollCall, enables mainstream interoperability by introducing precompile support for the secp256r1 curve. This upgrade facilitates greater compatibility with mainstream technologies and devices, opening up possibilities for various verification processes.

Future Developments in Polygon Community

Polygon community contributors have proposed additional changes for the next PoS hard fork, including EIP-3074 for enhanced account abstraction options and PIP-30 to increase the EIP-170 Max Code Size Limit.

Expansion of Upgrades Across Layer 2 Solutions

RollCall’s efforts to implement RIP-7212 extend beyond Polygon, with other Layer 2 solutions like ZkSync Era and Optimism also working towards integrating this upgrade. This collaborative approach signifies a shift towards collective development and the consolidation of Layer 2 solutions as Ethereum’s core scaling mechanism.

Significance of RollCall in Ethereum’s Scaling Strategy

David Silverman, VP of product at Polygon Labs, emphasized RollCall’s role in solidifying Layer 2 solutions as a vital part of Ethereum’s scaling strategy. He highlighted the collaborative governance within the Ethereum ecosystem, focusing on innovation and user-centric development in Layer 2 solutions.