Ecosystem Development

Kasplex zkEVM Brings Smart Contracts to Kaspa’s High-Speed Blockchain

Kaspa, best known for its ultra-fast proof-of-work Layer-1, has just taken a major step forward with the launch of Kasplex zkEVM — a Layer-2 network that brings Ethereum-compatible smart contracts to the Kaspa ecosystem. The mainnet launch, carried out by Kasplex in collaboration with the Kaspa Ecosystem Foundation (KEF), marks the first time that programmable […]

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Kaspa Unveils vProgs: A New Framework for Scalable, Verifiable Applications

Kaspa’s research team has released the first draft of the vProgs Yellow Paper, outlining a new protocol designed to push the boundaries of what decentralized applications can achieve on the Kaspa network. The goal is simple but ambitious: make applications more scalable, verifiable, and composable, while keeping the Kaspa L1 (Layer 1) fast and lightweight. What

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Kaspa’s Path Into Europe’s Financial Plumbing: Kii Applies to ECB’s Pontes Group

Kii, a development team in the Kaspa ecosystem, has officially applied to join the European Central Bank’s Pontes Market Contact Group. The Pontes initiative is designed as the ECB’s “short-term track” for connecting distributed ledger technology (DLT) platforms with the existing financial system. At the center of Kii’s pitch is WarpCore, an ISO 20022-compliant bridge aimed at

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Kasplex Publishes Security Audit Ahead of L2 Mainnet Launch

With its Layer 2 mainnet launch scheduled for September 31st, Kasplex has released the results of an independent audit carried out by ScaleBit, providing the community and developers with a transparent look into the network’s security posture. Audit Scope and Methods The audit reviewed Kasplex’s EVM-compatible rollup solution on Kaspa, designed to bring smart contracts into the Kaspa

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Kaspa Is Quietly Becoming Scarcer Than Bitcoin And Long-Term Holders Know It

In crypto, narratives change fast. Not long ago, Kaspa was dismissed as an experiment with a “too aggressive” emission curve that would flood the market with supply. Fast forward to 2025, and Kaspa is emerging as one of the most interesting monetary experiments since Bitcoin itself. The data tells the story: What was once a

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Kaspa’s Rise vs Bitcoin’s Legacy: Innovation Meets the Old Guard

In a crypto community known for its passionate tribes, even mentioning Kaspa in the wrong crowd can spark conflict. One Reddit user recently claimed they were banned from a Bitcoin forum merely for bringing up Kaspa’s name. This anecdote highlights a growing tension: on one side, Bitcoin maximalists and long-time holders fiercely guard Bitcoin’s status; on the other, Kaspa’s supporters champion an emerging

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ProbFi Rug Pull: Kaspa’s First Major Scam Exposes Trust Risks in “Decentralized” Hype

In what appears to be Kaspa’s first large-scale exit scam, a project known as ProbFi, once promoted as a decentralized prediction market, has disappeared with over 1.5 million KAS raised from NFT sales. The project attracted early attention for its promises of protocol utility, weekly KAS revenue for NFT holders, and ambitious plans for rapid growth. However, in

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Kaspa Trading Heats Up Ahead of Smart Contract Launch

Kaspa is experiencing a notable surge in market activity as anticipation builds for the launch of smart contracts on its Layer 2 network, Kasplex, scheduled for August 31st. In the past 24 hours alone, Kaspa recorded $250 million in spot trading volume and over $500 million in derivatives — marking one of its most active trading days to date. The project’s market

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Kaspa Layer 2 Caravel Testnet Launches July 21

Igra Labs will officially activate the Caravel testnet—Kaspa’s Ethereum-compatible Layer 2—on Monday, July 21. The deployment will take place on Kaspa’s TN10 testnet and marks a major milestone in expanding Kaspa’s capabilities beyond its high-throughput Layer 1. The testnet launch will be rolled out in three structured phases: Phase 1 – Genesis ActivationThe Caravel network

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