COTI Network Prepares for Hydrogen Hard Fork to Enhance Security and Scalability

COTI Network is set to undergo its first official hard fork, dubbed the Hydrogen upgrade, marking a significant milestone in its development. The update will automatically enhance the protocol's structure without requiring user intervention, focusing on bolstering security, stability, and scalability. These improvements are critical as COTI aims to expand its adoption across enterprise and blockchain environments.

The Hydrogen upgrade introduces backend enhancements to the Multi-Party Computation (MPC) system, optimizing memory handling and cryptographic randomness. These changes minimize the risk of sensitive data exposure by clearing memory after use. Additionally, upgrades to connection handling and data FLOW ensure consistent performance during peak network activity, following recommendations from an independent audit earlier this year.

Further refinements to the gcEVM enforce stricter validation protocols and standardize opcode execution, reinforcing the network's robustness. Node operators have already completed their upgrades, ensuring a seamless transition for the broader COTI ecosystem.