Mekong Testnet Announcement

The Ethereum Foundation has introduced the Mekong testnet, a new test network designed to incorporate all the Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) proposed for the upcoming Pectra fork on Ethereum. This testnet serves as a playground for wallet developers to experiment with user experience (UX) changes and for stakers to familiarize themselves with the upcoming modifications. The Mekong testnet is feature-complete with all intended EIPs for Pectra and will be short-lived, with potential minor spec changes or smaller EIPs to follow.

Key Ideas

Purpose of Mekong Testnet: The Mekong testnet is intended to provide a testing environment for the upcoming Pectra upgrade, allowing developers and stakers to experiment with and provide feedback on the new features and changes.
Key Features and Changes: The testnet includes significant EIPs such as EIP-7702 for UX changes, EIP-7251 for staking changes, and EIP-6110/EIP-7002 for changes to deposit and exit mechanisms. These changes aim to improve the overall functionality and user experience of the Ethereum network.