Google has launched a doodle with a countdown to activate the merge update on the Ethereum network. By typing “ethereum merge” or “the merge” into the Google search string, one can see the calculation of time before the blockchain network consensus algorithm switches to proof-of-stake (PoS) based on the current difficulty and hash rate. . In addition, the doodle has an “Easter egg” – a timer with a drawing of a black and white bear, which are gradually approaching each other. When the merge is activated, they will merge into pandas.
This feature was first spotted by Google Cloud developer Sam Padilla. He added that Google employees created a timer within two weeks to acknowledge the Ethereum team “for the work they’ve been doing for years.” Padilla also explained that timer information comes in real-time from the Ethereum network using nodes hosted by Google.
According to official information, the merger is likely to be completed on September 15-16. According to the Ethereum FoundationThe merger “will not significantly change any parameters that directly affect network capacity or throughput”. This means, there will be no change in gas charges. It will all depend on supply and demand — when more people use blockchain gas. , the fee charges will be higher and the fee will decrease when fewer people use it.
The company is increasingly involved in Web3, providing blockchain infrastructure that uses Google Cloud. above Page dedicated Among its Web3 products, the company lists Nansen, Dapper Labs, and Solana as some of its business partners. Google also announced the creation of the Web3 team in May.
According to Venture Beat reportsSky Mavis, the creator of the NFT game Axie Infinity, an Ethereum sidechain designed for use in gaming applications, has entered into an agreement with Google to use its cloud services to validate transactions on its Ronin network.
