BNB Chain Plans New Layer 1 Network Targeting 200-Millisecond Block Times
BNB Chain is developing a high-performance Layer 1 blockchain designed to run alongside the existing BNB Smart Chain without introducing a separate token. Pluang reported that out of 50 major cryptocurrencies priced on its platform as of October 26, 2026, 6 rose while 42 fell, capturing a volatile market backdrop as infrastructure updates emerge across the sector. The new network, provisionally called New L1, targets rapid block times of 200 milliseconds and transaction pre-confirmations in approximately 20 milliseconds, according to project documentation.
Token Structure and Native Bridge Development
The upcoming blockchain will retain BNB as the sole asset for gas fees, staking, and governance across both the new network and the existing BNB Smart Chain. Coincentral.com reported that staked tokens on the network will produce govBNB at a one-to-one ratio to grant non-transferable voting rights. A native bridge is currently under development to connect the two blockchains, allowing users to transfer BNB between the existing smart chain and the new high-speed environment.
Gate.com noted that the architecture aims to enhance overall scalability and interoperability within the ecosystem. Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, reacted to the announcement on social media by posting, “Multiple chains, one coins,” highlighting the shared-asset model.
Technical Features and Multi-Lane Processing
According to updated technical documents published on October 22, the new chain is fully EVM-compatible, allowing developers to deploy existing Solidity smart contracts despite certain limitations involving Ethereum RPC methods and transaction types. Coincentral.com detailed that the network separates transaction ordering from execution to let validators agree on blocks without waiting for every transaction to finish. An enhanced Parlia consensus system uses BLS voting to target transaction-order finality in under one second. Furthermore, a Multi-Lane feature reserves network capacity for high-frequency trading, decentralized order books, and payments, alongside native account abstraction and a shielded pool for optional privacy.
This infrastructure expansion follows strong quarterly metrics on the existing network. Coincentral.com reported that BNB Chain handled approximately $25.6 billion in tokenized stock transactions during the third quarter, closing the period with roughly $1.13 billion in tokenized equity supply across 1.8 million holders. Network transactions reached 1.51 billion, pushing revenue up 54% to $54.2 million. The ecosystem also benefited from the August 25 Pasteur hard fork, which optimized block building and raised test throughput from 1,237 to 2,324 transactions per second.
Testnet and Mainnet Deployment Schedule
An internal multi-validator development network is currently operational, featuring active block production and end-to-end finality. Public testing is scheduled to begin in late 2026, followed by a mainnet launch in early 2027. Coincentral.com noted that developers must still complete the native bridge and conduct security audits on the privacy features before public deployment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the new Layer 1 blockchain introduce a new cryptocurrency?
No token will be created for the new network. BNB will remain the sole asset used for transaction gas fees, staking, and governance across both the new chain and the existing BNB Smart Chain.
What transaction speeds does the network target?
The architecture targets block times of 200 milliseconds and aims for transaction pre-confirmations in approximately 20 milliseconds, with finality achieved in under one second.
When will the public be able to access the network?
BNB Chain plans to launch a public testnet in late 2026, followed by an official mainnet release in early 2027, though an internal devnet is already running.
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