Kaia Blockchain | The Next-Gen Layer 1 Born from LINE x Kakao
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2024/09/25 ~ 2024/10/09
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Kaia Blockchain is a Layer 1 blockchain born from the merger of LINE's "Finschia" and Kakao's "Kaia (formerly Klaytn)." This article covers Kaia's key features, KAIA token information, and the 2026 roadmap.
👉 Visit the Official Kaia Website
Project Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Chain | Kaia (Independent L1, EVM-compatible) |
| Category | Layer 1 / Infrastructure |
| Stage | Mainnet (Launched August 29, 2024) |
| TPS | 4,000 TPS (Real-world benchmark) |
| Block Time | 1 second (pBFT consensus) |
Kaia Blockchain is a high-performance EVM-based Layer 1 chain born from the merger of LINE's blockchain "Finschia" and Kakao's blockchain "Kaia (formerly Klaytn)." The mainnet launched on August 29, 2024, delivering 4,000 TPS with 1-second block times and immediate absolute finality. With a combined user base of over 250 million LINE and Kakao messenger users, Kaia aims to build Asia's largest blockchain ecosystem by onboarding them to Web3.
Key Highlights
- 250M User Base: Massive potential market by onboarding LINE and Kakao messenger users to Web3
- Exceptional Performance: 4,000 TPS, 1-second block time, and instant finality for a seamless experience
- Full EVM Compatibility: Developer-friendly — existing Ethereum tools and dApps work out of the box
- Low-Cost Design: Minimized gas fees with an economic model built for mass adoption
KAIA Token Information
Kaia's official token "KAIA" launched in 2024 and is listed on major cryptocurrency exchanges.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Ticker | KAIA |
| Current Price | $0.055 USD (as of February 2026) |
| 24h Trading Volume | $11.3M USD |
| Total Supply | 5.86B KAIA |
| Listed Exchanges | Binance, Gate.io, etc. |
| Use Cases | Governance, staking rewards, ecosystem incentives |
*Prices and trading volumes are as of the time of writing. Please check the respective exchanges for the latest information.
Past Campaigns
Kaia Portal has hosted several airdrop campaigns in the past. All campaigns have now ended.
| Item | Epoch 1 | Epoch 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Period | September 26 – October 10, 2024 | Conducted after Epoch 1 (Ended) |
| Rewards | 25M KAIA | 5M KAIA + $1.1M ecosystem tokens |
| Details | Liquidity provision to DeFi protocols | Ecosystem participation rewards |
| Status | ✅ Ended | ✅ Ended |
For the latest campaign information, please visit the Kaia Portal Official Documentation.
👉 Check the Latest Updates on the Kaia Website
2026 Roadmap
- DeFi Expansion: Rollout of LST (Liquid Staking Tokens), lending protocols, and yield products
- MEV Auction: Validator reward enhancement upgrade (2026 Q1)
- KRW Stablecoin: KakaoBank developing a Korean Won-pegged stablecoin (regulatory approval expected in 2026)
- Project Unify: Multi-currency super app supporting USD, JPY, THB, and more
Ecosystem & Partnerships
- OpenEden: RWA (Real World Assets) platform. Kaia Foundation co-invested with Ripple to introduce USDO (yield-bearing stablecoin)
- Nexton Solutions: AI-native restaking protocol. Raised $4M led by Danal and Amber Group, building on Kaia infrastructure (2026)
Resources & Links
- 🌐 Official Website: https://www.kaia.io/
- 🐦 X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/kaiachain
- 📄 Documentation: https://portal-docs.kaia.io/
- 💰 CoinMarketCap: https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/kaia/
- 📊 CoinGecko: https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/kaia
Summary
- Kaia Blockchain is a high-performance Layer 1 chain born from the LINE x Kakao merger, with a user base of 250 million
- A high-performance EVM chain with 4,000 TPS and 1-second block time — KAIA token is listed on major exchanges
- In 2026, Kaia evolves into practical Web3 financial infrastructure through DeFi expansion, stablecoins, and Project Unify
👉 Learn More on the Official Kaia Website
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