BNB Smart Chain announced the successful implementation of the Maxwell upgrade, which significantly improves transaction processing speeds by reducing block times from 1.5 seconds to 0.8 seconds.
Maxwell Upgrade Features
The Maxwell upgrade went live on June 30, 2025, aimed at accelerating transaction speeds and enhancing decentralized application (DApp) responsiveness. The core goal is to boost overall network efficiency.
Key Proposals of the Upgrade
The upgrade incorporates three main proposals: BEP-524, BEP-563, and BEP-564. The first proposal focuses on reducing block time, the second improves communication between validators, and the third introduces new protocol message types for quicker block requests.
Impact on Developers and Validators
BNB Chain encouraged developers to test their DApps under the new block timing and adjust any logic accordingly. Validators are expected to adapt their systems to meet faster processing and increased message throughput.
The Maxwell upgrade represents a significant advancement for BNB Smart Chain, improving performance and transaction speeds, which could lead to increased development on the platform.
