Base Network Faces 33-Minute Outage Due to Sequencer Issue, Fixes Implemented
Base, the Ethereum layer-2 blockchain, experienced a 33-minute outage on Tuesday, which the team attributed to a faulty sequencer. The disruption temporarily halted transactions and block production before engineers resolved the issue.
In a statement, the Base team explained that the sequencer, a critical component responsible for ordering transactions, encountered an unexpected failure. The incident highlighted a gap in the network’s preparedness for such scenarios, prompting immediate infrastructure updates to prevent future occurrences.
The team assured users that fixes have been implemented to strengthen the sequencer’s reliability. While no funds were lost during the outage, the incident underscores the challenges layer-2 networks face in maintaining seamless operations as adoption grows.
Base, which has seen rapid growth since its launch, remains committed to improving stability. The team emphasized ongoing monitoring and upgrades to ensure smoother performance moving forward. Users were advised to stay updated through official channels for further developments.
