Starknet Launches Parallel Execution to Speed Up Transactions on Layer 2 Blockchain

As a seasoned analyst with years of observing and analyzing the crypto landscape, I’ve seen my fair share of promising projects that either thrived or faltered. The latest development in Starknet, their v0.13.2 upgrade, has caught my attention due to its potential to transform the network into a ‘megastore L2’.


In simpler terms, Starknet – a scalability solution on the Ethereum platform – has boosted its transaction processing capacity by implementing parallel execution. This newly added feature, introduced as part of the v0.13.2 update, allows the network to handle multiple transactions simultaneously. This enhancement not only improves efficiency but also boosts the overall scalability of the network.

Starknet Transforms into Megastore Network

Earlier, the sequencer in Starknet, which manages and groups transactions together, used to process them one after another, similar to a single queue at a supermarket checkout. This method restricted the network’s ability to handle large volumes, potentially causing congestion during peak usage times.

Eli Ben-Sasson, CEO of StarkWare and a member of the Starknet Foundation, explained that today’s L2s (Layer 2 solutions) function similar to small convenience stores with only one cashier. However, he envisions their innovation as a shift towards a ‘megastore L2’, transforming their sequencer system to accommodate multiple checkout lanes, allowing them to process numerous transactions simultaneously.

Introducing parallel processing significantly alleviates the congestion issue, enabling the network to handle a larger number of transactions simultaneously. This increased capacity opens up opportunities for the network to host a broader variety of decentralized apps (dApps), thereby drawing in a greater number of users.

Starknet Speeds Up amidst DAU Decline

In simple terms, the update for Starknet version 0.13.2 doesn’t just allow for parallel processing; it also incorporates a feature known as “block packing”. This feature is designed to make the best use of block space by effectively arranging transactions within each block. By doing so, Starknet aims to boost its overall efficiency and possibly reduce transaction fees.

In combination, swift processing of multiple tasks (parallel execution) and efficient data organization (block packing) are anticipated to drastically reduce confirmation times for transactions on Starknet. It’s projected that these times could drop from the present range of 10-80 seconds down to a mere 2 seconds, making Starknet an increasingly attractive option for developers building decentralized applications that demand fast and efficient transaction processing.

Despite the significant advancement brought by the v0.13.2 update for Starknet, the platform has encountered some difficulties lately. The daily active user count (DAU) has dropped significantly, from approximately 60,000 at the beginning of 2024 to roughly 6,000 now. Similarly, the volume of transactions per day has also decreased noticeably.

Starknet faces competition not only from Starknet but also from other Layer 2 scaling solutions, such as zkSync. While zkSync has experienced a decline in active addresses, emerging networks like Linea and Scroll have witnessed an increase in this aspect over the same timeframe.

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2024-08-28 14:46