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Ethereum’s EIP-1559 Upgrade Begins Today—Here’s How It Will Change the Network

Karly MarieBy Karly MarieJanuary 9, 2021Updated:March 15, 2025No Comments3 Mins Read
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Ethereum’s EIP-1559 Upgrade Begins Today—Here’s How It Will Change the Network
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Ethereum, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency network, is undergoing a major transformation today with the activation of EIP-1559, a crucial upgrade that changes the way transaction fees work and introduces a new burning mechanism for ETH coins.

Codenamed the London hard fork, this update aims to enhance Ethereum’s functionality, making fees more predictable while also potentially increasing the value of ether. Here’s everything you need to know about this groundbreaking development.

1. EIP-1559 Aims to Fix Ethereum’s Unpredictable Fees

One of the biggest challenges users face on Ethereum is volatile transaction fees, which fluctuate wildly due to a blind auction system where users bid against each other to have their transactions processed.

With EIP-1559, Ethereum introduces a “base fee” that is algorithmically set based on network activity. Instead of users guessing the right bid, the base fee will automatically adjust—rising when demand is high and falling when demand is low.

Users will also have the option to add a “tip” for miners to prioritize their transactions, but the system itself will ensure transparency and prevent extreme price spikes.

2. ETH Burning: Could This Drive Prices Up?

One of the most talked-about features of EIP-1559 is its built-in ETH burning mechanism. Instead of miners collecting the entire transaction fee, the base fee will now be destroyed—effectively removing ether from circulation.

Many investors speculate that this could create deflationary pressure, potentially increasing ETH’s value over time. However, the exact impact remains uncertain, as price movements will also depend on overall transaction volume and market dynamics.

Ethereum developer Ben Edgington from ConsenSys highlights that while EIP-1559 could reduce supply, the full effect won’t be clear until the network adjusts.

3. Will Ethereum Fees Become Cheaper?

Not necessarily.

While EIP-1559 improves fee predictability, it does not directly reduce transaction costs. Fees will still fluctuate based on network congestion, but the upgrade ensures that users won’t have to overpay blindly, as was common under the previous auction-based system.

The real hope for lower Ethereum fees lies in Ethereum 2.0, which will transition the network to a more efficient proof-of-stake model.

4. The Bigger Picture: Ethereum 2.0 Is Coming

EIP-1559 is just the beginning. Ethereum is preparing for an even bigger upgrade—Ethereum 2.0, expected to be fully deployed by early 2022.

Here’s what ETH 2.0 will bring:
Transition to Proof-of-Stake (PoS): Eliminating energy-intensive mining

Better Scalability: More side chains and network optimizations

Lower Costs: Expected to significantly reduce transaction fees over time

With Ethereum 2.0 on the horizon, today’s EIP-1559 upgrade marks a major step toward a more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly Ethereum ecosystem.

Final Thoughts: A Turning Point for Ethereum

EIP-1559 is a crucial milestone in Ethereum’s evolution, setting the stage for a more sustainable and profitable future. While it doesn’t solve all of Ethereum’s current issues, the burning mechanism and fee adjustments could have far-reaching effects on the crypto economy.

As the Ethereum network transitions to ETH 2.0, all eyes will be on how these changes impact transaction fees, miner incentives, and the long-term value of ether.

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