Astar Network Advances with Key Upgrades and Economic Proposals
Alvin Lang Nov 04, 2025 18:56
Astar Network made significant strides in October with protocol upgrades, economic model refinements, and ecosystem expansion, setting the stage for Astar Evolution Phase 2.
October proved to be a pivotal month for Astar Network as it executed a series of strategic upgrades and initiatives, setting a robust foundation for the upcoming Astar Evolution Phase 2. The network's advancements spanned core protocol updates, economic model enhancements, and ecosystem collaborations, according to astar.network.
Strengthening Network Infrastructure
A significant highlight was the deployment of the Runtime-1900 upgrade, which aligns Astar with essential technical developments within the Polkadot ecosystem. This upgrade included maintenance to pause DOT transactions temporarily, facilitating a seamless transition as Polkadot migrates assets to the Polkadot Asset Hub. Astar's proactive approach in maintaining network stability and consistency was evident in this upgrade.
In tandem, Astar renewed its Agile Coretime allocation, reinforcing operational readiness and resource management within the Polkadot ecosystem. These infrastructural enhancements underscore Astar's commitment to staying technically equipped as the broader ecosystem evolves.
Refining the Economic Model
October also marked progress in Astar's economic design, with the introduction of Tokenomics 3.0 on the Shibuya testnet. This new model adopts an inflation-decay schedule to progressively limit new token issuance, aiming for a stable long-term supply. This shift enhances predictability in ASTR's supply dynamics and prepares the network for its next evolutionary phase.
Burndrop Proposal for Economic Stability
The Burndrop proposal emerged as a cornerstone for Astar Evolution Phase 2. This mechanism allows ASTR holders to burn tokens in exchange for future allocations from the Startale ecosystem. By reducing circulating supply and enhancing token utility, Burndrop aims to solidify Astar's economic foundation. The proposal is open for community feedback, encouraging active participation in shaping the network's future.
Expanding Ecosystem and Partnerships
Astar's reach in the web3 landscape broadened as it engaged with notable figures and projects, including a meeting with Charles Hoskinson and the Midnight team. These interactions highlight Astar's dedication to interoperability and collaborative growth across blockchain ecosystems.
The network also witnessed growth in its ecosystem with new projects joining the dApp Staking framework. Notable additions like Sake Finance and Aradia demonstrate how developers are leveraging Astar’s model to foster community-backed innovation.
Furthermore, the Soneium For All grant initiative selected six projects, expanding ASTR's influence in gaming and digital assets. These efforts reflect Astar's commitment to fostering a vibrant, builder-led community.
Governance and Future Directions
Governance remained dynamic with the community actively approving proposals such as Runtime-1900 and Tokenomics updates. These decisions emphasize the network's mature governance system and the community's role in directing Astar's trajectory.
Looking ahead, Astar plans to focus on completing the Asset Hub migration, advancing economic proposals through governance, and supporting projects transitioning from testnet to mainnet. These coordinated efforts are expected to drive sustainable progress as Astar Evolution Phase 2 unfolds.
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