TRON is stepping deeper into Ethereum compatibility, and today’s tech preview highlights one of the biggest shifts yet: an upcoming update to the SELFDESTRUCT opcode in Java-tron Version 4.8.1 aligning directly with Ethereum’s EIP-6780.

This upgrade strengthens the ecosystem for developers, improves long-term security, and ensures a smoother experience for teams building across both TRON and Ethereum.

➜ A more predictable contract lifecycle
➜ Higher security for multi-chain builders
➜ Better alignment with the broader EVM ecosystem
➜ Clearer rules that keep users and assets safer.

This upgrade isn’t live immediately it will activate only after community governance approves the release. But now is the perfect moment to help every developer, builder, and user understand what’s changing and why it matters.

⬆︎ A smarter, safer TRON Virtual Machine is on the way:
◄► Core behavior aligned with Ethereum’s EIP-6780, ensuring smoother cross-chain deployments and easier migration for developers.
◄► Reduced attack vectors and outdated design patterns by limiting how SELFDESTRUCT can be used.
◄► More predictable contract behavior, removing edge cases that previously allowed contracts to delete themselves at unexpected times.
◄► Energy cost updated to 5,000 to discourage misuse and encourage cleaner contract architecture.

⬆︎ What actually changes?
◄► Contracts will no longer be able to delete themselves unless SELFDESTRUCT is executed during their creation transaction.
◄► All account data (storage, code, balance) is preserved unless the contract is both created and destroyed in the same transaction.
◄► Asset-transfer behavior stays intact meaning legitimate use cases remain functional.
◄► TRX burning via SELFDESTRUCT now follows stricter rules to avoid unsafe burn patterns.

⬆︎ Why this matters for developers:
◄► Patterns relying on CREATE2 + SELFDESTRUCT for upgrades will no longer work encouraging better, more modern upgrade frameworks.
◄► Sensitive-data protection models that relied on contract deletion must now be redesigned.
◄► Alignment with Ethereum means easier tooling, better infra compatibility, and cleaner audits for teams building cross-chain.

⬆︎ Why this matters for the TRON ecosystem:
◄► Stronger interoperability strengthens TRON’s role as a high-performance EVM-compatible chain.
◄► Security improves as developers move away from unstable, deprecated opcodes.
◄► On-chain data shows that 99.999% of SELFDESTRUCT usage on TRON already fits the allowed pattern, ensuring minimal disruption.

⬆︎ Governance matters and the community decides what comes next:
This upgrade will only take effect once the new Java-tron release is voted in.
Now is the time for community members to stay informed, participate, and prepare for the next stage of compatibility and stability.

Reminder: Stay Alert for the Upcoming TRON Governance Vote

The recent updates to TRON’s SELFDESTRUCT opcode designed to stay fully aligned with Ethereum’s latest standards are nearing the next major step: on-chain governance voting.

This vote will determine when the upgrade officially activates across the network, making it a crucial moment for developers, node operators, and community members who rely on EVM compatibility and long-term TRON stability.

➤ Your participation matters.
➤ Your vote shapes how TRON evolves.
➤ Your attention ensures a smooth, community-driven upgrade.

Stay tuned, stay informed, and be ready to engage once the voting window opens.
Together, we keep the TRON ecosystem strong, secure, and forward-moving.

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