Ethereum Foundation Announces $200,000 Grant for Pectra Upgrade Ecosystem Support

On February 11th, the Ethereum Foundation announced a substantial $200,000 grant to bolster the Pectra upgrade ecosystem, with proposals due by February 23rd. This initiative aims to enhance the Ethereum network by encouraging projects focused on several pivotal areas. Firstly, there will be a focus on Core Protocol Support, targeting the development of essential tools and libraries that facilitate seamless integration of Pectra’s protocol-level changes. Secondly, the Tools and Infrastructure category will support updates to critical resources for builders and end-users, including the creation of new tools related to EIP standards. Additionally, projects enhancing Testing and Security frameworks to fortify network security are a priority. Lastly, Adoption and Impact Analysis projects are sought to monitor the influence of Pectra on the Ethereum ecosystem, thereby ensuring the upgrade’s successful implementation and measurable outcomes.