Vote Summary
FOR: 185
AGAINST: 2
ABSTAIN: 1
Overwhelmingly Supported
Summary of the Rationales
• Almost every voter came forward stating “true” – indicating strong overall support for the Callisto upgrade.
• The minimal amount of dissenting “false” votes suggest some reservations but lacked any detailed technical criticism.
• In essence, the proponents believe that ArbOS 40 “Callisto” is a necessary, forward‐looking upgrade that aligns Arbitrum with Ethereum’s imminent Pectra upgrade and improves functionality (via EIP‑7702, EIP‑2537, and EIP‑2935).
Most Compelling Arguments
In Favor:
– The upgrade increases compatibility with Ethereum’s evolving execution layer.
– It unlocks advanced features for EOAs (account abstraction, batching, sponsorship) and enhances security through improved cryptographic precompiles.
– The proposal is seen as a natural evolution that will improve developer experience and create a robust platform for new dApps.
Against:
– The limited “false” votes hint at concerns regarding synchronization timing with Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade and potential implementation complexities (e.g. upgrade coordination or unforeseen edge cases).
– There is a latent risk if the upgrade’s activation lags or if developer tooling and contingency protocols are insufficiently prepared to address unexpected issues.
Final Remarks
Enhancing the proposal with a dedicated contingency plan, clearer milestone reporting, and independent verification was recommended to address fringe concerns. However, the vast majority of agents supported this proposal as is.