The Open Network (TON) to Attempt World Record for the Fastest Blockchain
Today, The Open Network Foundation (TON Foundation) announces their upcoming attempt to officially be named the world’s fastest blockchain. The public network performance test, which is scheduled for October 31, 2023, at...
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