The first-layer blockchain network Cardano (ADA) has publicly released its hard fork plan for the "Dijkstra Era," representing the next major technical transformation of the ecosystem. According to the roadmap published via Cardano's official channels, the process of upgrading the network to the next generation will occur in several stages, with the first goal being to complete work on the code in the last quarter of 2026.
According to the announcement, the first stage involves completing all core software development originally conceived during the Dijkstra period and finalizing preparations for upgrading the mainnet. This process includes upgrading the Cardano protocol to version 12 and implementing new features. Developers state that these updates will include significant improvements to support network performance, scalability, and future governance mechanisms.
The second stage of the roadmap focuses on implementing the Ouroboros Peras update, a significant innovation in Cardano's consensus mechanism. According to the plan, this update is scheduled to be activated via a hard fork in the second quarter of 2027. The main goal of the Peras update is to speed up transaction finality and improve user experience.
The Cardano team also drew attention to an important detail regarding the announced dates. They emphasized that the targets outlined in the roadmap are estimated dates for completing the code development process and preparing the mainnet for the upgrade. However, actual deployment of the upgrade on the mainnet will require community approval in accordance with Cardano's on-chain governance mechanisms.
Experts note that the Dijkstra Era represents one of the most significant updates aimed at strengthening Cardano's technical infrastructure, and investors and developers are closely watching the network's development over the next two years. The roadmap is considered a crucial part of Cardano's long-term growth strategy.
*This is not investment advice.
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