Kaspa, a cryptocurrency and cryptography company, has made a significant breakthrough with their Testnet 11, which operates at a speed of 10 blocks per second (BPS). This experimental network serves as a testing ground for developers to trial new technologies in a controlled environment.
Testnet 11 has been designed to stress test the network’s capabilities under various conditions, including fluctuating hash rates and transaction loads. Developers and users are encouraged to participate by joining, mining, experimenting, or setting up nodes.
The results from Testnet 11 have defied expectations and set new records in the world of proof-of-work protocols. The Kaspa protocol has managed to process thousands of transactions per second on affordable hardware, which was previously thought to be impossible.
To participate in Testnet 11, users need to download the Rusty Kaspa software, which allows them to connect to the network and sync with other nodes. CPU mining is also encouraged, but optional. The basic hardware requirements include 16GB RAM, a CPU with 8 or more cores, and a 50GB SSD drive.
The success of Testnet 11 has paved the way for the implementation of 10 BPS speeds on Kaspa’s mainnet. However, this will involve several steps and testing phases to ensure stability before it goes live.
Kaspa’s advancements demonstrate the continuous evolution of cryptocurrency and its potential to push boundaries. For those interested in participating or learning more about the Rust rewrite, further information can be found on the Rusty Kaspa GitHub page. However, it’s important to note that Testnet 11 is still a testing environment and may experience instability during the experimentation process.
For updates and engagement with the Kaspa community, users can visit their Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and other social media platforms.