POKT will launch its next-gen protocol as a Micro-Rollup using Rollkit's modular framework and Celestia as a Data Availability layer

he POKT Network is pivoting towards a "micro-rollup" architecture by integrating the Rollkit framework, leveraging Celestia for consensus and data availability. This transition, dubbed the Shannon Upgrade, is driven by a desire to overcome past scalability issues and to refine the protocol's efficiency. This new modular approach aims to be more flexible and future-proof, allowing for seamless adjustments in the protocol without necessitating substantial changes​.

This move represents POKT Network's proactive stance in evolving its technical framework to better meet the demands of the RPC Trilemma—ensuring reliability, performance, and cost-effectiveness. The Shannon Upgrade signifies a noteworthy milestone in POKT Network’s journey, reflecting its commitment to continuous improvement and a vision for a more robust and efficient decentralized RPC protocol​.

It's how crypto space should evolve going forward and utilize advanced tech from other builders to be able to focus on building an app-specific rollup (micro-rollup).