Base Network upgrades are setting a new benchmark for Ethereum Layer 2 scalability. On May 24, 2025, Jesse Pollak, CEO of Base Network, announced a wave of performance-focused changes aimed at accelerating transaction speed, reducing fees, and enhancing decentralization. These Base Network upgrades could reshape how users experience decentralized finance (DeFi) — with transactions now targeting 200ms latency, fees below $0.01, and throughput boosted to 200 TPS.
Why Base Network Upgrades Matter
The newly launched Base Network upgrades are more than a technical facelift. According to Pollak, the focus lies equally on speed and decentralization. By refining transaction mechanics and implementing stricter safeguards, Base is making strides toward a more honest, user-friendly network.
“We’re not just chasing speed,” Pollak said. “We’re committed to a decentralized architecture that prevents manipulative tactics like sandwich attacks — a major problem in the DeFi world.”
This emphasis on both performance and fairness helps position Base more competitively in the crowded Layer 2 landscape, where multiple protocols are vying for developer and user attention.
Eyeing One Million TPS
In addition to its current improvements, Base Network upgrades are laying the groundwork for a future milestone: achieving 1,000,000 transactions per second. If successful, this could allow Base to outperform rivals like Solana and Sui, which are currently known for their high-speed capabilities.
The broader crypto community has responded positively to the announcement, viewing these upgrades as a meaningful commitment to scalability and trust — two pillars that define long-term ecosystem health.
Ethereum on the Rise
As the backbone of Base Network, Ethereum (ETH) is also benefitting from the momentum. On May 27, 2025, ETH is trading at $2,567.83 with a total market cap of $310 billion, marking a 40% monthly gain. The growing interest in Layer 2 scaling — highlighted by major Base Network upgrades — is a clear contributor to this surge.
