Kaspa, a scalable proof-of-work blockchain, nears a key milestone with its Crescendo Hardfork, aiming to increase network speed tenfold.
Preparing for Crescendo Upgrade
The Kaspa blockchain is gearing up for a significant network upgrade with the launch of Crescendo Hardfork. Testnet TN10 has been operating at 10 blocks per second since March 6, 2025, undergoing stress testing. The mainnet upgrade is planned for late April 2025, depending on test results.
Scaling Smart Contracts to 10 BPS
The Crescendo upgrade is unlocking more than just speed in the Kaspa ecosystem. KRC-20 and KRC-721 standards are being tested on Testnet-11 since January 2024 and will integrate with the improvements on Testnet-10. This will allow Kaspa to offer functionality comparable to Ethereum while maintaining proof-of-work security measures. The planned speed increase to 10 BPS will provide the necessary throughput for smart contract operations to function efficiently.
Market Position and Community Outlook
The 'Made in USA' tag on CoinMarketCap boosts Kaspa's visibility amid evolving U.S. policies toward proof-of-work cryptocurrencies, fueling interest. This could position Kaspa to compete with established cryptocurrencies by late 2025. Enhanced transaction speed and smart contract functionality distinguish Kaspa in the competitive cryptocurrency landscape.
Kaspa's planned late April 2025 upgrade to 10 BPS may set new scalability standards. Implementing smart contracts and speed hikes marks Kaspa as a key player in blockchain's evolution.
