🚀 The latest upgrade to the Stellar protocol - an important achievement for SCP networks 🚀
As of 2026, the Stellar (XLM) network operates according to the following protocols:
🔹 Protocol 25 (Mainnet) - Launched on January 22, 2026
🔹 Stellar Core version 25.0.0
Key improvements:
✅ Soroban smart contracts environment - Enhanced
✅ New encryption: Poseidon hash and BN254 curve (compatible with ZK technology)
✅ Better performance and scalability
Why is this important for the Pay network?
Pay relies on a consensus model derived from the Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP). Improvements made to the Stellar Core often benefit the entire ecosystem, including better tools, enhanced privacy features, and a better development experience.
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