BNB Chain plans high-performance EVM layer-1 alongside existing network
Updated BNB Chain documentation and remarks from CZ reveal plans for a parallel high-speed EVM layer-1 blockchain powered by BNB, with a public testnet targeted for late 2026.
BNB Chain is preparing to launch a new high-performance, EVM-compatible layer-1 blockchain designed to run parallel to BNB Smart Chain, according to updated documentation and statements from Changpeng Zhao. Zhao characterized the strategy under a "multiple chains, one coin" vision, with BNB serving as the sole asset to power transaction gas, staking, and governance across the ecosystem.[1][2][3][4][5]
Connected to BNB Smart Chain through a native bridge, the upcoming network is targeting 200-millisecond block times and 20-millisecond pre-confirmations, reported Coin Bureau and CryptoSavingExpert. The architecture aims to handle high-frequency trading and real-time payments while advancing AI integration and closing performance gaps between decentralized and centralized exchanges. Additional planned features include native account abstraction and onchain privacy pools.[2][3][5]
Development has already progressed to an internal multi-validator devnet. BNB Chain targets a rollout of the public testnet in late 2026, followed by a full mainnet launch scheduled for early 2027.[2][5]
Key facts
- BNB Chain documentation outlines plans for a parallel high-performance EVM-compatible layer-1 blockchain.
- Changpeng Zhao backed the development under a "multiple chains, one coin" approach, confirming BNB will power gas, staking, and governance.
- The network will link to BNB Smart Chain via a native bridge and targets 200-millisecond block times alongside 20-millisecond pre-confirmations.
- Planned features include native account abstraction, onchain privacy pools, AI integration, and support for high-frequency trading and real-time payments.
- An internal multi-validator devnet is currently operating, with a public testnet planned for late 2026 and a mainnet targeted for early 2027.
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Cointelegraph@CointelegraphPost on X ·
🚨 TODAY: CZ hints at “multiple chains, one coin” as BNB Chain’s updated docs reveal plans for a new high-performance EVM L1. https://t.co/1CxEXhk0rR
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CryptoSavingExpert ®@CryptoSavingExpPost on X ·
BREAKING: CZ confirms BNB Chain is developing a new high-performance Layer 1 to run alongside BNB Smart Chain. The EVM-compatible network targets 200ms block times and 20ms pre-confirmations, with a native bridge connecting both chains. BNB will power gas, staking and governance. Public testnet is targeted for late 2026, with mainnet planned for early 2027. CZ summed up the vision: “Multiple chains, one coin.”
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BNB Chain outlines plans for a high-performance EVM layer-1, with CZ backing BNB as its sole token The new EVM layer-1 aims to enhance decentralized trading speed and AI integration, potentially narrowing gaps with centralized exchanges. The post BNB Chain outlines plans for a high-performance EVM layer-1, with CZ backing BNB as its sole token appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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That Martini Guy ₿@MartiniGuyYTPost on X ·
CZ just hinted at “multiple chains, one coin” 👀 BNB Chain’s updated docs also point to plans for a new high-performance EVM Layer 1. If this moves forward, BNB could become central to a much bigger multi-chain ecosystem. The big question is how this would work alongside the existing BNB Chain. Could be a major development for the BNB ecosystem.
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Coin Bureau@coinbureauPost on X ·
🚨HUGE: CZ confirms BNB Chain plans for a NEW parallel high-speed Layer 1. The EVM-compatible network will run alongside BNB Smart Chain, connected through a native bridge, using BNB for gas, staking and governance. CZ summed up the approach: “Multiple chains, one coins.” It targets 200-millisecond blocks and 20-millisecond pre-confirmations, aiming to support high-frequency trading and real-time payments. Planned features include native account abstraction and onchain privacy pools. An internal multi-validator devnet is already running, with public testnet targeted for late 2026 and mainnet for early 2027.
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