Avalanche’s Biggest Upgrade Yet: avalanche9000 Launches, Ushering in Blockchain Mass Adoption
Wondering what avalanche9000 means for you, the community, and the future of blockchain? Nicolas Lemaitre, Avalanche Foundation Director, breaks it all down here.
Earlier this week, Avalanche achieved a pivotal moment as the avalanche9000 upgrade, also known as Etna, went live on mainnet.
This isn’t just about blockchain innovation—it’s about Avalanche redefining itself to empower developers, attract users, and lead the way into Web3’s future. From customizable L1 to dramatically reduced fees, Avalanche is evolving at an unprecedented scale.
And the numbers speak for themselves:
100+ L1 from the @GoGoPool_ team
100+ L1 launching independently
100+ L1 supported by @AvaLabs
100+ L1 live or on testnet already
Avalanche isn’t just talking about scalability—it’s delivering it. Over 400+ L1 are building towards launch on Avalanche, and the Etna Upgrade makes this easier, faster, and cheaper than ever before.
What’s New with avalanche9000?
ACP-77 : Reinventing Subnets
What it Does: Subnets are now fully independent L1 blockchains with customizable rules, staking, and governance.
Why it Matters: Avalanche evolves into a platform where every project has the freedom to create its own blockchain while still benefiting from its speed and reliability.
ACP-103: Dynamic Fees on the P-Chain
What it Does: Transaction fees on the P-Chain now adjust dynamically based on network demand.
Why it Matters: Like paying less for electricity during off-peak hours, fees drop when the network is less busy, making it more affordable for everyone.
ACP-118: Warp Signatures
What it Does: Establishes a universal standard for communication between Avalanche blockchains.
Why it Matters: With smooth cross-chain messaging, Avalanche strengthens its interconnected ecosystem, making it more robust and scalable.
ACP-125: Lowering C-Chain Fees
What it Does: Reduces the minimum base fee on the C-Chain from 25 nAVAX to 1 nAVAX—a 96% reduction.
Why it Matters: This shift makes transactions significantly cheaper, reinforcing Avalanche’s focus on usability and broad adoption.
ACP-131: Cancun EIPs on Avalanche
What it Does: Brings Ethereum’s latest Cancun improvements (EIPs) to Avalanche’s C-Chain and Subnet EVMs.
Why it Matters: By staying compatible with Ethereum’s latest advancements, Avalanche ensures it’s future-ready while continuing to offer unique innovations.
ACP-151: Smarter Verification on the P-Chain
What it Does: The P-Chain now verifies state using the most recent block.
Why it Matters: This enhances reliability and security, ensuring Avalanche can handle the demands of its rapidly growing ecosystem.
Why This Redefines Avalanche?
Evolving for Builders: avalanche9000 empowers developers to launch L1 with unparalleled customization and ease.
Evolving for Users: Lower fees and seamless cross-chain interactions mean a better user experience for everyone.
Evolving for the Ecosystem: Avalanche is positioning itself not just as a blockchain, but as a platform for growth, scalability, and innovation.
With 400+ L1 already building on Avalanche, the network is proving itself as the go-to hub for decentralized innovation.
Take Advantage of Retro9000
With avalanche9000, Avalanche is opening new doors for developers. The Retro9000 grant program offers up to $40 million for innovative L1 development.
If you’re ready to build the future, now is the time to get started: retro9000.avax.network
The Dawn of a New Era for Avalanche
After months of preparation and anticipation, avalanche9000 has launched, bringing Avalanche into its next era of innovation. With faster, cheaper, and fully customizable options for builders, and over 400 L1 already building, it’s clear that Avalanche is setting the standard for Web3 scalability and accessibility.
This upgrade isn’t just a technical milestone; it’s a signal that Avalanche is ready to lead the charge in redefining blockchain possibilities.
What excites you most about this transformation? Share your thoughts in the comments!
This blog post was written by Avalanche Foundation Director Nicolas Lemaitre.
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This has been the greatest upgrade in the #Avax community.