LEARN ABOUT KASPA
Discover what makes Kaspa the fastest pure proof-of-work cryptocurrency in the world.
WHAT IS KASPA?
Kaspa is a proof-of-work cryptocurrency that implements the GHOSTDAG protocol, a generalization of the Nakamoto consensus. It's designed to be fast, scalable, and secure, with block times of 1 second and near-instant transaction confirmations.
Unlike many other cryptocurrencies that sacrifice decentralization for speed, Kaspa maintains the security guarantees of proof-of-work while achieving high throughput. This makes it one of the most technically innovative projects in the cryptocurrency space.
The name "Kaspa" comes from the Hebrew word for "money" or "cash," reflecting its goal to become a practical, everyday digital currency.
THE GHOSTDAG PROTOCOL
At the heart of Kaspa is the GHOSTDAG protocol (Greedy Heaviest Observed Sub-Tree Directed Acyclic Graph), which allows multiple blocks to be created simultaneously and later ordered according to specific rules.
Unlike traditional blockchains that form a single chain of blocks, Kaspa's structure is a directed acyclic graph (DAG) of blocks. This means:
- Multiple blocks can be created in parallel
- All blocks contribute to security (no "orphans")
- Deterministic ordering of transactions
- Scalable throughput without compromising security
This innovative approach allows Kaspa to process transactions at unprecedented speeds while maintaining the security guarantees of proof-of-work consensus.
KEY FEATURES
SPEED
Kaspa achieves block times of 1 second, making it one of the fastest blockchains in existence.
SECURITY
The GhostDAG protocol ensures high security while maintaining fast confirmation times.
SCALABILITY
Kaspa's unique architecture allows it to process thousands of transactions per second.
DECENTRALIZATION
The network remains decentralized through its innovative consensus mechanism.
INNOVATION
Kaspa implements cutting-edge blockchain technology through its GHOSTDAG protocol.
COMMUNITY
A vibrant and growing community of developers, miners, and enthusiasts.
TOKENOMICS
Kaspa has a fair launch with no pre-mine, no ICO, and no venture capital funding. The supply schedule follows a deflationary model:
- Initial block reward: 8 KAS per second
- Halving schedule: Every 4 years
- Maximum supply: Approximately 28.7 billion KAS
This approach ensures that Kaspa remains decentralized and accessible to everyone, with no concentrated ownership by early investors or developers.
GETTING STARTED WITH KASPA
Ready to dive into the Kaspa ecosystem? Here's how to get started:
- Set up a wallet - Visit our Tutorials section for guides on setting up different Kaspa wallets.
- Acquire KAS - You can mine KAS or purchase it on exchanges. Check our Resources page for a list of exchanges.
- Run a node - Support the network by running a full node. We have detailed guides in our Tutorials section.
- Join the community - Connect with other Kaspa enthusiasts on Discord, Twitter, and Telegram.
For more detailed information, explore our Tutorials and Resources sections.
QUICK FACTS
- • Launch Date: November 2021
- • Block Time: 1 second
- • Consensus: GHOSTDAG (PoW)
- • Mining Algorithm: KHeavyHash
- • Max Supply: ~28.7 billion KAS
- • Halving: Every 4 years