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Ep. 633 AVAX State of the Union and the Avalanche 9000 Upgrade
Dec 23, 2024
Michael Kaplan, an engineer at Avalanche instrumental in the Avalanche 9000 launch, dives into the upgrade’s significance and its focus on scalability and customizability. He shares his blockchain journey and discusses the diverse applications of Avalanche technology. Insights into launching Layer 1 chains reveal economic implications and a generous $40 million incentive for developers via the Retro 9000 program. The conversation also touches on future trends and innovations, highlighting how Avalanche is set to evolve in the ever-changing blockchain landscape.
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- The Avalanche 9000 upgrade significantly lowers the barrier for developers to launch new Layer 1 blockchains, fostering innovation and collaboration.
- Avalanche emphasizes customizability in blockchain solutions, allowing developers to tailor validation mechanisms and virtual machines for enhanced performance.
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Avalanche 9000 Launch and Its Significance
The recent launch of Avalanche 9000 marks a monumental upgrade for the Avalanche network, streamlining the process of launching new Layer 1 (L1) blockchains. This upgrade eliminates the previous requirement for projects to stake a high number of AVAX tokens for every subnet, making it significantly easier and more affordable for developers to create their own chains. The focus on interoperability allows these new chains to connect seamlessly with existing networks, fostering a diverse ecosystem of applications across various industries. By reducing barriers to entry, Avalanche anticipates an increase in innovation and collaboration among developers, leading to a surge in activity on its platform.
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