Stellar (XLM) Holders, Mark Your Calendars: Major Network Upgrade Announced
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Stellar has officially announced the upcoming Bell update (Protocol 30), which will radically simplify the integration of large fintech platforms and custodial services. The large-scale network upgrade introduces a new address format, moves the ledger to millisecond timing, and implements post-quantum encryption standards. The release of stable infrastructure and SDK versions is rolling out right now, between October 16 and 23, 2026, and the final validator vote is scheduled for November 23. For retail XLM holders, the announced hard fork will proceed as normal: coins are safe, and no manual exchange or asset migration will be required.
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