Key Takeaways
- Monad Testnet is Live – The Monad public testnet launched in Q1 2025, enabling developers and users to explore its high-speed capabilities.
- EVM Compatibility Meets Unmatched Speed – Monad combines Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility with parallel execution, achieving 10,000 TPS—far surpassing Ethereum and Binance Chain.
- Community-Driven Growth – Backed by $225M in Series A funding, Monad has cultivated a vibrant online community ("Nads") through strategic engagement on platforms like 𝕏 and Discord.
What is Monad?
Monad is a next-generation Layer 1 blockchain designed to overcome Ethereum’s scalability limits while maintaining full EVM compatibility. This allows developers to migrate existing Ethereum dApps seamlessly—no code changes required.
Unlike traditional EVM chains that process transactions sequentially, Monad leverages parallel execution (inspired by Solana) to dramatically boost throughput. The result? A blockchain that supports 10,000 TPS, making it ideal for high-demand applications like DeFi, gaming, and enterprise solutions.
👉 Discover how Monad’s architecture outperforms Ethereum
Monad’s Core Innovations
1. MonadBFT Consensus
MonadBFT is a Byzantine Fault Tolerant (BFT) consensus mechanism derived from HotStuff and DiemBFT. It reduces validation rounds from three to two, enhancing efficiency while tolerating malicious nodes.
"MonadBFT ensures agreement on transaction ordering under partially synchronous conditions, even with Byzantine actors."
— Monad Technical Docs
2. Deferred & Parallel Execution
Monad decouples consensus from execution:
- Deferred Execution: Validators agree on transaction order before execution.
- Parallel Execution: Transactions are processed simultaneously, eliminating bottlenecks.
3. MonadDb
A custom-built database optimized for asynchronous I/O (via Linux’s io_uring). It temporarily stores state data during delays, ensuring smooth parallel operations.
Monad Milestones
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Feb 2022 | Monad Labs founded |
| Feb 2023 | $19M Seed Round (Dragonfly, Placeholder) |
| Apr 2024 | $225M Series A Funding |
| Feb 2025 | Public Testnet Launch |
| TBD | Mainnet Launch |
How to Engage with Monad
Testnet Participation
Claim MON test tokens via:
- Monad’s Official Faucet
- ThirdWeb (24-hour claim limits)
- OKX Test Token Portal
Run a Validator Node
Hardware Requirements:
- 16-core CPU
- 32GB RAM
- 2TB NVMe SSD
(Node setup guides pending release.)
Monad Community: The Power of "Nads"
Monad’s meme-centric marketing and developer outreach have fostered one of crypto’s most engaged communities.
👉 Join the Monad Discord
👉 Follow Monad on 𝕏
"Meme after meme, we grew as a community—now protocols are flocking to the ecosystem."
— Danny Pipelines, Monad Ecosystem Lead
FAQ
1. Is Monad’s mainnet live?
No. The public testnet launched in February 2025; mainnet date is TBD.
2. How does Monad achieve 10,000 TPS?
Through parallel execution and deferred state validation, reducing Ethereum’s sequential processing constraints.
3. Can I migrate Ethereum dApps to Monad?
Yes! Full EVM compatibility ensures seamless migration.
Final Thoughts
Monad’s blend of EVM familiarity and cutting-edge scalability positions it as a top contender in the Layer 1 race. With a robust testnet and fervent community, it’s one to watch.