Canton Network 3.4 Upgrade Complete: Scalability Boost

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Summary

The Canton Network has successfully completed its 3.4 upgrade, which involved around 600 validator nodes transitioning with minimal disruption. This upgrade is crucial as it significantly enhances scalability and the developer experience to support the network's growing volume, which sees over $350 billion moving on-chain daily. The enhancement solidifies Canton Network's position as essential infrastructure for capital markets.

Canton Network 3.4 Upgrade Complete

Earlier last month, Canton Network completed its 3.4 upgrade amid accelerating demand.

Approximately 600 validator nodes transitioned with minimal downtime.

With $350B+ moving on-chain daily, this upgrade enhances scalability and developer experience, reinforcing Canton’s role as foundational infrastructure for capital markets.

Learn more about the upgrade:
https://www.canton.network/blog/canton-upgrades-amid-accelerating-demand @Announcements @Dev Announcements

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