The Root Network’s v11.79.0 upgrade requires 24 hours of NFT operation downtime starting today, halting minting, bridging, transfers, and marketplace activity. This planned outage aims to overhaul NFT ownership data storage for improved scalability, particularly for large collections. Users must pause all NFT-related actions during this window.
The downtime facilitates backend restructuring to handle mass adoption demands, suggesting anticipation of increased NFT volume. Projects building on Root Network should adjust timelines, as any NFT-dependent features—like gaming assets or digital collectibles—face operational freeze. Exchanges listing ROOT tokens may also suspend deposits/withdrawals.
Post-upgrade benefits include faster transaction processing and expanded collection support, potentially attracting high-volume NFT projects. While disruptive short-term, the trade-off targets long-term competitiveness against rivals like Ethereum or Solana in NFT infrastructure.
