Flow's Recovery Protocol Gets Validator Green Light, Network Sync Phase Underway

Flow Protocol marked a significant milestone on December 28 when network validators officially greenlit and implemented the latest protocol corrections addressing the recent attack. While the network remains technically operational and actively generating blocks, it’s currently restricted to an idle/read-only mode—meaning users cannot submit standard transactions at this time.

The foundation has entered a critical ecosystem alignment phase before permitting full network operations to resume. This synchronization effort targets essential infrastructure partners, particularly cross-chain bridge operators, centralized trading platforms, and decentralized exchanges. The goal is straightforward but essential: verify that all connected systems have updated their records to match Flow’s restored ledger state.

Why this coordination matters: if bridges and exchanges operate on outdated or conflicting ledger versions, users could face failed transactions, liquidity mismatches, or incorrect balance displays. This synchronization step essentially acts as a systematic fix across the entire ecosystem.

Once validators confirm that all key partners have aligned their systems with the recovered blockchain, Flow will release the final network launch clearance. This signal will lift transaction restrictions and restore full protocol functionality. For ecosystem participants watching the recovery, this synchronization window represents the final hurdle before normal operations resume—transforming the network from its current restricted state into fully operational status.