<ul><li>The Ethereum development team plans to stop Holesky testnet support by September 2025, thus concluding its duties in testing network upgrades.</li><li>Due to validator exit delays and congestion issues, Holesky testnet will be phased out and replaced by Hoodi testnet from March 26, 2025.</li><li>Hoodi testnet will be responsible for testing validator-related features, including the Pectra upgrade, and is expected to remain operational until 2028.</li><li>Holesky testnet will stay active until September 2025 for further testing of specific features required for the Pectra upgrade, after which it will be shut down.</li></ul>

Ethereum to Discontinue Holesky Testnet by September 2025 Amid Validator Exit Issues

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