Next After Glamsterdam? Ethereum Community Debates ‘H-Star’ Upgrade Name

Ethereum’s technical roadmap is racing ahead with Fusaka & Glamsterdam, but the community is already setting its sights further. Core developers are in talks about naming the next major Ethereum upgrade, currently tagged as “H Star.”

The Naming Debate
Why Names Matter
Sepolia’s Replacement in Focus

The Naming Debate

The Ethereum Magicians forum has become the arena for a new conversation: what should come after Glamsterdam? Under the “H-Star” thread, community members are pitching creative ideas where some rooted in Ethereum’s technical history, others playfully designed to capture attention. The final decision will come down to community votes, ensuring that the name reflects Ethereum’s participatory ethos.

Why Names Matter

Naming has practical & cultural importance. A distinct, memorable upgrade name ensures that developers, node operators, exchanges, and users can clearly track what’s happening on the network. Ethereum’s tradition of naming from London to Shanghai to Cancun-Deneb reflects both technical milestones & the personality of the community driving them.

Sepolia’s Replacement in Focus

In parallel, developers are also discussing the retirement of Sepolia and its eventual replacement. To prevent disruption, the plan includes a grace period where Sepolia & its successor will run side-by-side before a full transition. This ensures developers, dApp teams, and infrastructure providers have ample time to migrate safely. The conversation reinforces Ethereum’s commitment to balancing innovation with reliability.

By blending technical milestones with grassroots participation, Ethereum continues to evolve as both a global financial network & a creative collective. Whether serious or playful, the name chosen will leave its mark on Ethereum’s history.

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