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In the ever-evolving landscape of decentralized finance (DeFi), Uniswap, a leading decentralized exchange (DEX) protocol, has unveiled its much-anticipated version 4 (V4) upgrade. <a href="https://twitter.com/UniswapFND/status/1758146187318669666?t=kDNKZHv4-3K24U1e9Kchmw&amp;s=19" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">According</a> to a post on X by the protocol, this release comes at a crucial juncture as the Ethereum network prepares for the upcoming Dencun hard fork, which promises significant improvements to transaction fees and overall user experience.
<h2 id="b-uniswap-shared-the-roadmap-for-its-v4-launch-b">Uniswap Shared the Roadmap for its V4 Launch</h2>
According to the protocol, the Uniswap V4 launch comes in three phases while the mainnet is anticipated in the third quarter of 2024. 
The first phase which is currently ongoing, is the “Code Freeze.” In this phase, Uniswap will engage in a variety of things like core code testing, completion, gas optimizations, security enhancements, and finalizing the periphery.
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 Now that the launch of Dencun on Mainnet has been scheduled for March 2024, we're excited to provide an update to the community! <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f389.png" alt="🎉" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;">
 Uniswap v4's launch is tentatively set for Q3 2024.
 From community-built Hooks (<a href="https://t.co/WyaGr1Ti1t" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://t.co/WyaGr1Ti1t</a>), to events, to Twitter Spaces, the…
 — Uniswap Foundation (@UniswapFND) <a href="https://twitter.com/UniswapFND/status/1758146187318669666?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">February 15, 2024</a>
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Afterward, the auditing and testnet phase will come up. In this phase, there will be comprehensive auditing by several audit firms, V4 will also be deployed to testnet, and final code adjustments will be done. The final stage will be the Lunch Push phase.
<h2 id="b-uniswap-v4-aligns-with-ethereum-s-effort-to-improve-scalability-b">Uniswap V4 Aligns with Ethereum’s Effort to Improve Scalability</h2>
Uniswap V4 brings several enhancements aimed at improving efficiency, reducing slippage, and enhancing capital efficiency for liquidity providers. One of the key features introduced in V4 is concentrated liquidity, allowing LPs to concentrate their liquidity within a price range, thereby reducing inefficiencies and optimizing trading fees.&nbsp;
As Uniswap V4 aligns with Ethereum’s ongoing efforts to improve scalability and reduce transaction costs, it underscores the symbiotic relationship between DeFi protocols and the underlying blockchain infrastructure. By leveraging innovative solutions and staying abreast of network upgrades, DeFi platforms like Uniswap continue to push the boundaries of financial innovation and decentralization.
<h2 id="b-dencun-upgrade-to-redefine-ethereum-s-performance-b">Dencun Upgrade to Redefine Ethereum’s Performance</h2>
Recall that early this year, <a href="https://thecoinrise.com/ethereum-core-developers-activate-dencun-upgrade-on-goerli-testnet/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">ETH core developers deployed the Dencun upgrade on the Goerli test network</a>. This happened to be one step in a three-phase plan aimed at implementing a more economical data storage method on the primary Ethereum blockchain.&nbsp;
Not long after, Dencun achieved a major milestone with its <a href="https://thecoinrise.com/ethereums-dencun-upgrade-successfully-deploys-on-sepolia-testnet/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">successful deployment in the Sepolia testnet</a>. Interestingly, the deployment process was swift and efficient, reflecting the <a href="https://thecoinrise.com/ethereum-developers-announce-latest-testnet-milestones/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">meticulous planning and execution by the Ethereum Foundation’s development team</a>. The meticulous testing and deployment roadmap instill confidence among users and stakeholders.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, early this month, <a href="https://thecoinrise.com/ethereum-dencun-launches-on-holesky-testnet/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Dencun successfully deployed on the Holesky test network</a>. This milestone marks the final testnet upgrade before the anticipated mainnet deployment scheduled for next month.&nbsp;
The post <a href="https://thecoinrise.com/uniswap-to-launch-v4-engine-amid-ethereums-dencun-upgrade/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Uniswap To Launch V4 Engine Amid Ethereum’s Dencun Upgrade</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thecoinrise.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Latest News and Insights on Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, and Investing</a>.

Uniswap To Launch V4 Engine Amid Ethereum’s Dencun Upgrade

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