Tezos Implements Tallinn Upgrade, Reducing Block Time to 6 Seconds
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: 3d ago- Protocol Upgrade: Tezos implemented its 20th protocol upgrade, Tallinn, on Saturday, reducing base layer block times to 6 seconds, which not only enhances network finality speed but also lowers storage costs and latency, improving overall network performance.
- Validation Mechanism Optimization: The upgrade allows all network validators, known as “bakers,” to attest to every block rather than a subset, achieved through BLS cryptographic signatures, significantly lightening the load on nodes and enabling further reductions in block time.
- Storage Efficiency Improvement: The newly introduced address indexing mechanism removes redundant address data, improving storage efficiency for applications running on Tezos by a factor of 100, optimizing resource utilization and supporting a wider range of applications.
- Enhanced Market Competitiveness: By increasing transaction processing speeds and reducing settlement times, Tezos' latest upgrade showcases its competitiveness in the rapidly growing blockchain market, capable of meeting the rising demand for transactions and diverse use cases.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
