BNB Chain unveils high-speed Layer 1 with single token
6.6 Tech BNB Chain plans a new high-speed Layer 1 blockchain alongside BSC, targeting 200ms block times and using BNB as the sole token. Testnet in late 2026, mainnet in early 2027.
BNB Chain has unveiled plans for a new high-performance Layer 1 blockchain, provisionally called NewL1. This network will operate alongside the existing Binance Smart Chain (BSC), rather than replacing it. NewL1 is designed for latency-sensitive applications, including high-frequency trading, real-time payments, and AI-driven workloads. It aims for 200-millisecond block times, 20-millisecond transaction pre-confirmations, and sub-second finality. Both BSC and NewL1 will use BNB as the sole token for gas, staking, and governance, connected through a native cross-chain bridge. This architecture supports a high-performance, EVM-compatible environment while maintaining a unified token economy. An internal multi-validator development network is already live. The public testnet is expected by late 2026, with a mainnet launch targeted for early 2027. CZ has endorsed the single-token strategy, stating: "Multiple chains, one coin."
