Polygon will deploy its most complex hard fork to date on Thursday, upgrading its proof-of-stake blockchain with a new consensus layer called Heimdall 2.0.
Polygon Foundation CEO Sandeep Nailwal posted on the X platform that this upgrade will enhance the backbone of the Polygon proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain. It will replace legacy components that date back to 2018 and 2019 with updated infrastructure.
"This is the technically most complex hard fork that Polygon PoS has experienced since its launch in 2020," Nailwal wrote, adding that it will improve finality, user experience, and the network's scalability.
The new update will shorten the blockchain's finality to about 5 seconds and minimize the chances of chain reorganization beyond two blocks. This will make the network more stable and bridging more secure.
Cointelegraph has reached out to Polygon for further comments.
Nailwal also stated that this migration marks a step towards providing faster checkpoints and building space for future upgrades. While most validators have upgraded before the deadline, the Polygon Foundation CEO urged node operators running the old version to prepare immediately.
"Let's make this the smoothest upgrade yet. Most validators have upgraded, but if you haven't, please test early, spread the word, and contact us if you encounter any issues," Nailwal wrote. The upgrade will take 30 minutes on the mainnet, and scripts and running manuals are already available.
Nailwal also asked the community to prepare for temporary instability and to remain cautious while the system upgrades its core consensus engine.
He noted that Heimdall's finality will temporarily lag by about 3 hours. This means that during Thursday's upgrade, the PoS chain's ability to finalize blocks will be paused or slowed for up to 3 hours.
This upgrade follows changes in the leadership structure of the Polygon Foundation, shifting from decentralized governance to Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal taking full executive control.
On June 11, Nailwal assumed complete control of the foundation as its first CEO. The foundation oversees Polygon Labs, which is now operating under Nailwal's leadership, refocusing its efforts as competition in the layer two space intensifies.
Nailwal previously stated that it was time for Polygon to act faster and more decisively with complete faith and focus.
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