Ethereum Finalizes Fusaka Upgrade with 133% Data Capacity Increase
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 08 2026- Data Capacity Enhancement: Ethereum successfully executed the BPO-2 fork, increasing the target blob count per block from 10 to 14 and the maximum from 10 to 21, resulting in a 133% increase in data storage capacity, significantly enhancing the network's throughput to meet rising demand.
- Cost Reduction: Layer 2 transaction fees are projected to drop by 50% to 90%, which will lower operational costs for users by leveraging the increased data space, thereby driving widespread adoption of Ethereum in sectors like DeFi and gaming.
- Technological Innovation: The BPO fork utilizes EIP-7892 for incremental blob capacity increases, combined with Peer Data Availability Sampling technology, enabling nodes to verify large amounts of data without full downloads, thus supporting higher transaction volumes while reducing hardware requirements.
- Market Demand Validation: With BlackRock's ETF securing $100 million in new inflows, the Fusaka upgrade further solidifies Ethereum's status as the premier settlement layer, ensuring it maintains a cost advantage in a competitive market while supporting future widespread adoption.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
