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title: Ethereum Core Devs Set 200M Gas Limit for Glamsterdam Upgrade
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  https://www.cryptocatalyst.news/articles/2026-05-14-ethereum-core-devs-set-200m-gas-limit-for-glamsterdam-upgrade
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date: '2026-05-14T21:09:56.305013+00:00'
category: ethereum
tags:
  - ethereum
  - glamsterdam
  - gas-limit
  - upgrade
  - blockchain
source: Ethereum Foundation Blog
source_url: 'https://blog.ethereum.org/en/2026/05/11/protocol-update-may-26'
publisher: CryptoCatalyst
summary: >-
  Ethereum developers met in Norway to finalize plans for the Glamsterdam
  upgrade, setting a 200M gas limit floor. This change aims to improve network
  efficiency and reduce transaction costs for users.
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# Ethereum Core Devs Set 200M Gas Limit for Glamsterdam Upgrade

Ethereum developers met in Norway to finalize plans for the Glamsterdam upgrade, setting a 200M gas limit floor. This change aims to improve network efficiency and reduce transaction costs for users.

Ethereum core developers gathered in Svalbard, Norway, for a week-long meeting to prepare for the upcoming Glamsterdam upgrade. The event brought together teams from various client implementations to focus on hardening the network and finalizing key milestones.

One of the most significant outcomes was the establishment of a 200 million gas limit floor. This adjustment is designed to enhance network efficiency and potentially lower transaction costs for users. The developers also discussed other critical aspects of the upgrade, ensuring that the Ethereum network remains robust and scalable.

For everyday users, this upgrade could mean faster and cheaper transactions. The increased gas limit allows more transactions to be processed in each block, which can help reduce congestion and lower fees during peak times. This is particularly important for DeFi applications and NFT minting, where high gas fees can be a significant barrier.

The developers also addressed interoperability and security measures to ensure a smooth transition. The next steps involve further testing and community feedback before the upgrade is implemented. Users should keep an eye on official Ethereum channels for updates and prepare their wallets and applications for the changes.

## Source

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