Solana is set to improve its network capability by proposing an increase in the block compute limit from 48 million to 50 million units. Detailed in a GitHub document, this enhancement, led by Andrew Fitzgerald of Anza, aims to support more transactions without jeopardizing the network’s stability.
Currently a draft, the proposal carefully adjusts the Max Block Units to boost throughput capacity for non-vote transactions, preparing Solana for future performance improvements. Notably, the proposal avoids alterations to the Max Writable Account Units due to the lack of current necessity, ensuring the network maintains balance and efficiency.
The proposal adopts a gradual approach to increases, shunning a significant jump to 96 million units, which could pose risks to network stability. This incremental strategy has garnered positive reactions from the community, highlighting Solana’s commitment to controlled growth and scalability.
Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Helius Labs, praised the proposal for its cautious yet forward-thinking approach, suggesting it allows for necessary evaluations of its impact on the network before further enhancements are considered. This step reflects Solana’s ongoing efforts to optimize transaction handling while upholding robust performance.
