Tezos Upgrades Deliver Faster Staking, Enhanced UX, and L2-Boosting Incentives with Rio Protocol

The Tezos blockchain has successfully implemented the Rio protocol upgrade (May 1st, 2025), bringing several enhancements for both stakers and users. This marks a significant step towards realizing the vision outlined in the Tezos X roadmap, achieving faster and more efficient staking operations. The upgrade introduces three key features: improved user experience, greater L2 scalability thanks to expanded network efficiency, and economic incentives for participation in the Data Availability Layer (DAL). 7 years after its Mainnet launch, this milestone highlights Tezos’ commitment to continuous improvement and its position as a leading blockchain platform.