IOTA is gearing up for one of the most significant upgrades in its history. On May 5, 2025, the IOTA network will undergo a transformative rebase that marks the beginning of a new chapter—one defined by full decentralization, smart contract integration, and real-world utility.
Built on nearly a decade of research, this new IOTA promises to deliver a powerful foundation for the next wave of Web3 innovation. The team describes it as a leap “inspired by the best of Web3, committed to open-source values.”
What’s Changing?
The rebased IOTA Mainnet will introduce:
- Full decentralization with up to 150 validators
- Blazing scalability, boasting 50,000+ TPS and subsecond finality
- Staking rewards ranging between 10%–15% APY
- MoveVM, enabling Layer 1 smart contracts
“IOTA is no longer just an experiment in scalability—it’s a full-scale platform ready for global adoption,”
said Dominik Schiener, Co-Founder of IOTA, in a recent X Space Townhall.
Smooth Transition, Massive Impact
During the upgrade process:
- $IOTA trading remains live on exchanges
- Deposits and withdrawals will be paused temporarily
- A 13-Validator Genesis Ceremony will launch the rebased network.
These steps are designed to ensure a seamless transition for token holders and network participants. Users are encouraged to review the official launch guide.
IOTA Future Starts Now
This mainnet rebase is more than a technical upgrade—it’s a strategic move to position IOTA as a major contender in the next phase of blockchain development. Additionally, with a focus on scalability, security, and usability, IOTA aims to become the go-to infrastructure for decentralized applications and real-world use cases.
“As of 5.5.2025, we leave the past behind and step into the future of a fully decentralized, enterprise-ready IOTA,”
Schiener emphasized during the April 23rd Townhall event.
The rebased IOTA delivers the tools developers and enterprises need. Moreover, a dedicated community actively supports this shift toward decentralization and innovation.
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