Shiden Network to Undergo Major Upgrade on October 6th

Astar Network has confirmed that Shiden will undergo a major infrastructure upgrade on October 6, as part of the Kusama Asset Hub Migration. The process involves transferring KSM balances, staking, and governance functions from the Relay Chain to the Asset Hub. This migration is expected to streamline operations and enhance Shiden’s integration within the Kusama ecosystem.

SDN Info

Shiden Network (SDN) is a multichain decentralized application layer built on the Kusama Network, designed to provide smart contract functionality absent on Kusama’s Relay Chain. It supports Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), WebAssembly, and Layer2 solutions, enabling a wide range of decentralized applications, including DeFi and NFTs.

By integrating with Kusama, Shiden leverages Kusama’s robust infrastructure while offering a specialized environment for deploying and testing decentralized applications. Its interoperability across multiple blockchain protocols and native support for EVM and WebAssembly make it a versatile platform for developers. The inclusion of Layer2 solutions further enhances scalability, ensuring efficient operation and adaptability in a multichain ecosystem.

The SDN token is the native utility asset of the Shiden Network. It is used for transactions, governance, and staking, playing a central role in network security and decision-making. Beyond its technical use, SDN also helps sustain the ecosystem by incentivizing participation and maintaining community engagement across platforms.