Zilliqa prepares for the 0.19.0 hard fork: what you need to know before November 17

Zilliqa's developers have announced a new update, to be rolled out as a hard fork in the middle of this month, to enable key improvements in security, efficiency, and governance.

On November 17, Zilliqa will activate its hardfork 0.19.0 in block 13.514.400, marking a new step forward in its roadmap towards a more robust and efficient infrastructure.

According to the developers, this update, mandatory for all validatorsIt introduces two key structural changes: a seven-day staking unlock period and a penalty system for validators who act improperly. Both adjustments aim to improve flexibility for participants and strengthen the operational stability of the blockchain network. 

This hardfork is part of a series of technical improvements which the development team has been progressively implementing. These improvements began testing on the testnet on September 19 and were rolled out to the main network on October 22. Since then, the developers have made progress in block validation, improved the APIs, and updated the checkpoint system. According to the Zilliqa technical team, these transformations are designed to strengthen security, accelerate internal processes, and facilitate interoperability with other blockchain environments.

Zilliqa: a blockchain architecture designed for scalability

Zilliqa is a Layer 1 blockchain distinguished by its early implementation of shardingA technique that divides the main network into parallel fragments to increase its processing capacity. Thanks to this pioneering architecture, Zilliqa has become the first blockchain to successfully implement sharding, allowing it to handle a higher volume of transactions without compromising decentralization, which positions it as an attractive option for decentralized applications (dApps) that require high scalability.

With the arrival of Zilliqa 2.0The network has made a significant technical leap. By migrating its backend to RocksDB and eliminating complicated processes like mutexes, it reduced synchronization times and made life easier for validators. Furthermore, by becoming Fully compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)This opened the door for many developers to easily migrate and deploy their existing smart contracts on Ethereum, significantly expanding their potential for use and adoption.

All these improvements are not focused solely on the technical needs of the validators and the network, but are part of a broader strategy to prepare Zilliqa for a stage of greater adoption and institutional trust. Furthermore, the recent alliance with Liechtenstein Trust Integrity Network (LTIN) It is also a clear step in that direction, connecting Zilliqa's infrastructure with regulated ecosystems and paving the way for more institutional and formal use cases.

ZIL is beginning to show early signs of recovery

Despite Zilliqa's technological advancements, on-chain indicators show a still incipient recovery. The total value locked (TVL) on the network is around [amount missing]. $782.000This is a rather modest figure compared to other Layer 1 blockchains. On the other hand, analysts have detected a progressive increase in active addresses and staking volume; growth that suggests a possible return of interest from users and developers.

In the market, the token ZIL is trading around $0,0076with a market capitalization of approximately $140 million. Technical analysis identifies a solid support zone at $0,0070 and resistance between $0,010 and $0,012. However, experts indicate that if the token's price manages to break through this threshold with increasing volume, it could trigger a short-term upward move. Nevertheless, investor sentiment remains cautious, awaiting tangible catalysts such as the launch of new dApps or a sustained upswing in ecosystem activity.

From a strategic perspective, some analysts consider ZIL to represent an asymmetric opportunity: an asset with solid technical fundamentals, but still undervalued relative to its potential. In this context, monitoring metrics such as TVL, transaction volume, and development initiatives will be key to anticipating potential turning points.

Zilliqa is preparing for the next blockchain era

The 0.19.0 hard fork is not just another update on Zilliqa's roadmap. It represents a coordinated effort to consolidate a more secure, efficient, and interoperable infrastructure. By introducing stricter governance mechanisms and more advanced state management tools, the network is positioning itself to compete in an environment where technical resilience and adaptability are essential.

Experts have noted that, as the crypto ecosystem matures, blockchain networks that successfully combine technological innovation with a clear strategic vision will be more likely to attract capital, talent, and sustainable use cases. Zilliqa, with its focus on structural modernization and its openness to institutional partnerships, appears to be charting that course with determination.