Protocol 23 launches September 3rd, enabling parallel transaction processing on Stellar mainnet. Soroban smart contracts gain faster memory access and lower execution costs, while unified events improve wallet and explorer compatibility.
Protocol 23 reaches Stellar mainnet on September 3rd, introducing parallel transaction processing that allows multiple transactions to execute simultaneously. Soroban smart contracts will have faster access to memory and information, reducing execution costs and improving overall efficiency. The protocol unifies events so that both classic XLM transfers and Soroban contract activity use the same event format, making it easier for wallets, explorers, and analytics tools to track activity. For users, this means faster payments and cleaner transaction records. For developers, the improvements provide better responsiveness and clearer transaction visibility.