Solana Boosts Block Capacity to 60 Million CUs with SIMD-0256 Upgrade
Solana, the high-speed blockchain, has announced a significant increase in its block capacity. The latest upgrade, SIMD-0256, boosts the limit from 48 million to 60 million Computational Units (CUs). This marks a substantial step forward for the network's scalability.
The last official increase, prior to this, was to 50 million CUs through SIMD-0207. The new proposal, SIMD-0256, further pushes the boundaries, demonstrating Solana's commitment to scaling its network.
The community is actively discussing this change, balancing the need for increased throughput with maintaining decentralization. While some welcome the increment as crucial for network scalability, critics raise concerns about elevated hardware requirements for validators. As of July 24, 2025, Solana (SOL) trades at $185.17 with a market cap of $99.65 billion.
Solana's block capacity has been increased to 60 million CUs with the SIMD-0256 proposal. This upgrade signifies the network's dedication to growth and efficiency. However, the community continues to engage in dialogue, ensuring a balance between scalability and decentralization.
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