Flare Network's FLR token has surged over 24% this week, reaching $0.015, following a successful upgrade on its Songbird testnet and an anticipated mainnet hard fork set for December 2, 2025. The upgrade introduces advanced Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) features, such as MCOPY and transient storage, designed to lower costs and enhance DApp scalability. Co-founder Hugo Philion emphasized the network's advancements, noting that Flare's market cap ranking has improved amid a broader cryptocurrency market rally. These developments have contributed to increased investor interest and optimism around Flare's future capabilities.