Ethereum developers have announced that the 'Hegota' network upgrade is planned for late 2026, following the 'Glamsterdam' upgrade in the first half of the year. This decision comes as developers aim to accelerate the protocol update schedule in response to community concerns over previous delays. The scope of the Glamsterdam upgrade will be finalized by early January, while major Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) for Hegota are not expected until at least February. The Hegota upgrade may incorporate unfinished elements from Glamsterdam and is expected to test Verkle Trees, a feature designed to enhance node efficiency and decentralization. These updates are part of Ethereum's ongoing efforts to improve network performance and scalability.