Ethereum, the world’s second-largest blockchain by market capitalization, saw its gas limit spike to 45 million units — a 25% rise from its previous level of 36 million, set in February 2025.
Nearly half of the network’s validators signaled support for the increase, and the gas limit hike was activated at block number 22,968,004.
This development, driven by strong community support, marked a step toward improving the network’s transaction scaling capacity. The gas limit, which caps the computational effort allowed per block on Ethereum’s blockchain, determines the number of transactions and smart contracts that can be processed simultaneously.
An increase in the block gas limit enables each block to process more data, allowing the network to handle a higher volume of transactions. Unlike major protocol upgrades, this change does not require a hard fork. Validators can adjust their node configurations when proposing blocks. Once more than 50% of validators signal support, the block gas limit adjusts automatically.
The gas limit was previously capped at 30 million but was raised to 36 million in February. The prior adjustment occurred in 2021, when it doubled from 15 million to 30 million units.
The push to 45 million is part of Ethereum’s broader scaling roadmap, with validators aiming for a 60 million block gas limit target in the short term and a long-term goal of 150 million gas per block — potentially achievable through the upcoming Fusaka hard fork via Ethereum Improvement Proposal (EIP) 7935.
To mitigate risks, developers have introduced safeguards, such as EIP-7983, which caps individual transaction gas usage at 16.77 million units to prevent denial-of-service (DoS) attacks and maintain network stability.
© 2025 The Block. All Rights Reserved. This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
Trade Crypto On Coinhub Exchange
Trade Crypto On Coinhub Exchange
Stay ahead of the market by turning news insights into trading opportunities. With Coinhub Exchange, you can seamlessly buy, sell, and manage your digital assets, all in one secure platform. Take advantage of real-time market insights, deep liquidity, and fast execution for your favorite cryptocurrencies. Don’t just read about it — trade crypto now!
Disclaimer
The content of this article shown by Coinhub News, powered by The Block, is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal, tax, or investment advice. Coinhub News and its affiliates are not a licensed financial advisor, legal advisor, broker, or tax advisor, and ... should not be considered as professional advice or a recommendation to engage in any specific investment, legal decision, or financial transaction. Cryptocurrency markets are highly speculative and volatile. Readers should perform their own independent research and consult with a qualified professional before making any financial or legal decisions. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of the Company of its affiliates. Additionally, the Company does not make any representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, timeliness, reliability, or completeness of any information in this article. By accessing this content, you acknowledge that any reliance on the information contained in this article is solely at your own risk. The Company is not responsible for any financial losses, legal disputes, or other damages that may arise from reliance on this content or from any investment or legal decisions based on the information provided. Investing in cryptocurrencies involves substantial risks, including the risk of losing your entire investment, and you should carefully consider whether it is appropriate for your circumstances.
Read more
