Flow Protocol Fix Implemented Amid Idle Network State

On December 28, Flow Foundation’s Mainnet‑28 protocol fix was unanimously approved and implemented by validators, placing the blockchain in an ‘idle/read-only’ state with transaction suspension.

This read-only status affects decentralized finance and cross-chain transfers, indicating an ongoing emphasis on securing user assets after a $3.9 million exploit.

Flow Network in Strategic Standby Post-Fix Deployment

The Flow Foundation successfully deployed the Mainnet-28 protocol fix in response to a critical flaw. Validators agreed unanimously to resume block production, yet the network remains in an idle/read-only mode with transactions suspended to ensure security and user safety. The Foundation’s official communication states:

Consequently, transactions are paused as the network undergoes mandatory partner synchronization. Preparations for full operation are ongoing, with readiness being prioritized over immediate transactional activity.

“To preserve network integrity and prioritize user safety, the Flow Foundation proposed a protocol fix (Mainnet 28) which has been accepted and successfully deployed by network validators.”

Flow Price Plummets as Market Awaits Network Restoration

Did you know? The Flow blockchain was designed to support high-performance applications and games, emphasizing scalability and user experience.

As of December 28, Flow (FLOW) trades at $0.12, featuring a market cap of $193.10 million. Recent data from CoinMarketCap shows a sharp 31.54% decrease in the past 24 hours with trading volume spiking over 4,467.04%.

The Coincu research team highlights that while Flow continues to address its protocol vulnerabilities, ongoing synchronization efforts with ecosystem partners are critical for restoring full network activity. Future updates may further clarify regulatory impacts.