Karlsend is the reference full node Karlsen implementation written in Go (golang). It is a blockDAG as a proof-of-work cryptocurrency with instant confirmations and sub-second block times with a work-in-progress (WIP) attempt to implement smart contracts as a side-chain. It is based on the PHANTOM protocol, a generalization of Nakamoto consensus.
Karlsen is a fork of Kaspa introducing a GPU-centric fork as a solution to the dominance of ASIC mining farms, aiming to empower small-scale miners and enhance decentralization. We focus on bridging the gap between blockchain technology, decentralized finance and the real world of payment systems and traditional finance.
With Kaspa, our approach is one of friendly cohabitation. We operate under the same protocol, enjoy similar advantages, and face unidentified issues. Any significant improvements that need to be made in the primary codebase will be shared back.
The Karlsen Network team believes in decentralization and small-scale miners. We will ensure long-term GPU-friendly mining.
We initially started with kHeavyHash and blake3 modifications
on-top. This algorithm is called KarlsenHashv1.
KarlsenHashv1 is currently used in mainnet
and can be mined using the following miners maintained by the Karlsen
developers:
- Built-in CPU miner from
karlsend - Karlsen GPU miner
as reference implementation of
kHeavyHashwithblake3.
The following third-party miners are available and have added
KarlsenHashv1:
KarlsenHashv2 will become active via hardfork at DAA score 26.962.009.
It is based on FishHash
written from scratch in our Golang node implementation. It is FPGA/ASIC
resistent. It is the worlds first implementation of FishHash with Golang
in mainnet in a 1bps blockchain.
KarlsenHashv2 is currently used in mainnet
and can be mined using the following miners maintained by the Karlsen
developers:
- Built-in CPU miner from
karlsend - Karlsen GPU miner
as bleeding edge and unoptimized reference implementation of
KarlsenHashv2. Please follow the steps in the README.md to generate a DAG file.
The following third-party miners are available and have added
KarlsenHashv2:
To start mining using the built-in CPU miner it needs a pre-generated
DAG file. KarlsenHashv2 miner uses a 4GB DAG for efficient mining.
It generates this DAG with 8 CPU threads and saves it as hashes.dat
for faster subsequent runs.
- First Run: Generates a 4GB DAG using 8 CPU threads. This may take
time depending on your computer. Saves the DAG as
hashes.datfor future use. - Next Runs: Loads
hashes.datto skip DAG generation, speeding up startup.
If you need to regenerate the DAG, delete hashes.dat and run the
karlsenminer again.
The Karlsen Network team is launching an R&D project to connect the Karlsen blockchain with other blockchain ecosystems using a smart contract layer based on the Cosmos SDK.
This initiative aims to enhance interoperability, efficiency, and innovation in the blockchain space. By leveraging the Cosmos SDK's advanced features, we'll facilitate seamless transactions across different networks, offering new opportunities for users and developers.
Cosmos is a highly attractive ecosystem due to its innovative approach to blockchain interoperability, scalability, and usability. By enabling different blockchains to seamlessly communicate and exchange value, Cosmos opens up vast opportunities for businesses and developers to build and deploy decentralized applications that can operate across multiple blockchain environments. This interoperability fosters a more connected and efficient digital economy, potentially driving adoption and usage across various sectors, including finance, supply chain, and beyond.
By connecting to Cosmos, we will open the door of a web3 ecosystem connected to a complete network of other blockchain project, making Karlsen Network more competitive and adaptable in the rapidly evolving landscape of decentralized technologies.
The creation of the Karlsen sidechain with fast transaction times, smart contract capabilities, and a dual coin model, designed to integrate seamlessly with the Cosmos ecosystem and utilize the Karlsen (KLS) across all interconnected platforms, signifies a strategic advancement in Karlsen Network.
This sidechain will not only enable quick and efficient inter-blockchain transactions but also support complex decentralized applications through its smart contract functionality.
The ability to use Karlsen (KLS) across the entire ecosystem will ensure a unified and streamlined user experience, promoting greater adoption and utility within the Cosmos network. This sidechain aims to enhance scalability, foster innovation, and provide a flexible and user-centric blockchain solution that meets the diverse needs of developers, users, and investors within the Cosmos ecosystem.
Pre-compiled binaries for Linux x86_64 and aarch64, Windows x64
and macOS x64 as universal binary can be downloaded at: https://github.com/karlsen-network/karlsend/releases
Go 1.19 or later is required. Install Go according to the installation instructions at http://golang.org/doc/install. Ensure Go was installed properly and is a supported version:
go versionRun the following commands to obtain and install karlsend including all dependencies:
git clone https://github.com/karlsen-network/karlsend
cd karlsend
go install . ./cmd/...Karlsend (and utilities) should now be installed in
$(go env GOPATH)/bin. If you did not already add the bin directory
to your system path during Go installation, you are encouraged to do
so now.
Karlsend has several configuration options available to tweak how it runs, but all of the basic operations work with zero configuration.
karlsendJoin our discord server using the following link: https://discord.gg/ZPZRvgMJDT
The integrated github issue tracker is used for this project.
The documentation is a work-in-progress.
Karlsend is licensed under the copyfree ISC License.