- The Open Network (TON) is back in the dark.
- Efforts targeting solutions are underway.
- The network’s relapse has raised questions.
The Telegram-affiliated blockchain TON has faced intense pressure this week, beginning with a decline in its native token following the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov and disruptions in chain activity. On August 27, 2024, TON was hit by a major outage, leading to a halt in block production for several hours.
Despite successfully resolving the initial disruption and resuming operations, a second major outage suggests its woes are far from over.
TON Off the Radar, Again
Just hours after recovering from a nearly seven-hour outage, The Open Network (TON) is again thrust into the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. In an August 28 tweet, the network revealed it is again facing block production disruption, marking its second major outage in less than 36 hours.
TON disclosed that the second outage began around 19:19 UTC, once again due to the heavy minting of the DOGS memecoin.
In response, the network urged its mainnet validators to update their nodes to stabilize the network to ensure proper functioning, asserting ongoing efforts to resolve the issue and safety of users assets.
While the latest issue has since been patched, the severity of the disruption has sparked concerns within the community.
TON’s ongoing troubles have prompted an array of reactions across its community. The broader response has been frustrations and concerns about the network’s susceptibility to outages, particularly given its industry position and rapid growth.
Echoing the sentiment, X user joshuayog1 emphasized that while there is still strong support for TON, the repeated disruptions are testing its users’ patience and confidence.
Another user criticized the network, stating that its claims of being the fastest blockchain with substantial capacity are seemingly “only words.”
However, a significant portion of the community has expressed support for the chain and urged for a lasting solution to avoid future relapses.
On the Flipside
- TON’s native coin, Toncoin, has maintained stability despite the second outage, trading at $5.61 when writing.
- The arrested Telegram founder Pavel Durov was recently granted bail.
- The DOGS memecoin frenzy has slightly declined, with the token down approximately 29% from its peak value.
Why This Matters
A second outage on The Open Network (TON), occurring within such a short period, raises significant concerns about the network’s future viability. The frequent disruptions cast doubts on its ability to handle scaling pressures, particularly as it experiences rapid growth and increasing activity.
Tron blockchain founder Justin Sun has praised his network amid persistent outages; read more here:
Justin Sun Boasts of Tron’s Stability Post-TON Glitch
Read this article for TON’s advocacy for the release of the arrested Telegram founder Pavel Durov:
TON Community Rallies Behind Telegram CEO Amid Arrest Crisis
