Somnia’s Devnet Opens Up 400k TPS Blockchain For Public Testing

Somnia’s dream of an on-chain world is one step closer to becoming a reality with the launch of the Somnia Devnet! This launch opens the door to a new era of fully on-chain applications built for mass consumer, real-time, reactive experiences.

Somnia’s blockchain is designed for large-scale, mass-consumer applications and optimized for high speed, scalability, and affordability, with transaction rates of over 400,000 transactions per second, sub-second finality, and transaction fees below a cent, even in high-density scenarios.

Real-Time Testing for Public Users and Private Developer Access

Unlike many Devnets that are closed to the public, Somnia is open for public testing during specific hours, which allows the development team to gather valuable community feedback and fully stress-test our network’s capabilities under real-world conditions.

Public users will be able to test out the first applications that will deploy on the Somnia Devnet with Somnia Test Tokens (STT) that can be collected for free from a faucet. These applications will include the first DEX, games and more. Users will also be able to track the network’s transactions through the block explorer.

Somnia’s first infrastructure partners have already joined in building out the Somnia ecosystem. Ankr will be providing RPC services for the Somnia network, while Hamera’s Social Scan will be powering the block explorer. Developers will also have access to EVM dApp tools through ThirdWeb.

Record-Breaking Performance Metrics

Internal tests of the Somnia Devnet revealed performance levels that meet and even exceed our original goals. Somnia’s technology is built to handle the most demanding use cases in gaming, SocialFi, DeFi, and the metaverse. Through key innovations in execution, database architecture, networking, and consensus mechanisms, Somnia’s performance pushes the boundaries of blockchain technology.

400k transactions per second.
15-100 nanosecond read/write times in the IceDB custom database
10-20x more data throughput between nodes compared to standard blockchains
Full EVM compatibility, allowing developers to build using familiar tools

These performance metrics provide a solid foundation for building the next generation of fully on-chain applications that have the capability of responding to live events in real time.

A New Opportunity for Developers: $10 Million Grant Program and Developer Support

Developers interested in joining the Somnia ecosystem can apply for whitelisting to access the Devnet’s advanced tools and become part of the first developer cohort.

To help early-stage developers succeed, Somnia is launching a $10 million grant program and providing access to technical guidance, funding, and go-to-market strategies, helping developers to bring their ideas to life on Somnia, whether they’re building games, DeFi protocols, or immersive metaverse experiences. By joining Somnia’s ecosystem, developers can take advantage of our high-performance infrastructure, ensuring that their applications can scale effectively and reach global audiences.

Join the Somnia Devnet

The Devnet launch is an exciting opportunity for both developers and users to experience the technology that powers Somnia. With the public Devnet phase, we’re inviting everyone to dive in, explore, and contribute to Somnia’s development as we work to bring the world’s data fully on-chain.

To learn more about Devnet access, the $10 million grant program, and how to become a part of our developer community, visit the new developer cohort page on Somnia’s website.