Kaspa is about to take a major leap forward. The network is preparing to upgrade its mainnet to 10 BPS (Blocks Per Second) — a groundbreaking step in its mission to become the fastest, most scalable Layer-1 Proof-of-Work blockchain in the world.
What is 10 BPS?
BPS stands for Blocks Per Second, or how many blocks are generated every second. Currently, Kaspa runs at 1 BPS on its mainnet. With the 10 BPS upgrade, the block production rate will increase tenfold, reaching 10 blocks per second. This dramatic boost will significantly improve transaction speed, reduce network congestion, and enhance overall user experience.
Why Does 10 BPS Matter?
- Lightning-Fast Confirmations
With 10 blocks per second, transactions will be confirmed almost instantly — a huge benefit for payments, DeFi, and gaming use cases. - Greater Network Throughput
More blocks mean more transactions can be processed every second, making the network more scalable and efficient under heavy demand. - Ready for Mass Adoption
Kaspa’s unique GHOSTDAG protocol handles high block rates with ease, allowing the network to scale without sacrificing decentralization or security.
Behind the Upgrade: Technical Breakthroughs
The move to 10 BPS is more than just a speed boost — it’s a full-stack performance upgrade. The Kaspa core dev team has made major improvements in:
- Parallel block processing
- Faster propagation and networking
- Optimized mempool and node performance
Despite being a Proof-of-Work blockchain, Kaspa’s architecture allows it to handle these higher speeds without centralization or compromise.
KaspaBuy’s Take
At KaspaBuy, we believe this upgrade is a turning point for Kaspa. The move to 10 BPS showcases the power and potential of the GHOSTDAG protocol and signals that Kaspa is ready to support real-world, high-volume use cases. It also opens the door to future growth in ecosystem development, adoption, and innovation.
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