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BNB Chain Schedules Pasteur Hard Fork for Aug. 25 to Boost Security

BNB Chain will activate the Pasteur hard fork on BNB Smart Chain on August 25 at 2:30 a.m., adding bridge and validator security fixes and higher tested throughput while keeping block interval and gas limits unchanged.

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What happened

BNB Chain will activate the Pasteur hard fork on BNB Smart Chain on August 25 at 2:30 a.m., adding bridge and validator security fixes and higher tested throughput while keeping block interval and gas limits unchanged.

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Global impact / market context

Improving bridge and validator security reduces the risk of hacks or transaction errors, while higher throughput means the network can handle more transactions per second, helping users enjoy faster, safer trading on BNB Chain.

Analyst inference

BNB Chain’s upgrade comes as other major blockchains also roll out security patches, reflecting industry focus on protecting assets and maintaining performance, which can influence investor confidence and demand for BNB tokens.

Analyst inference

What to watch

  1. Watch for any security incidents on BNB Smart Chain after the fork; a reduction in attacks would signal effective fixes, potentially increasing user trust and BNB price. Analyst inference
  2. Track transaction volume and latency changes after the upgrade; if higher throughput lifts the number of transactions, fee revenue for validators may grow, supporting BNB economics. Analyst inference
  3. Observe BNB token price and market sentiment; a smooth hard fork may attract investors seeking secure platforms, while any delays or bugs could trigger short‑term volatility and sell pressure. Analyst inference

Affected assets

  • BNB — BNB

Evidence