Cronos V1.6 EVM Mainnet Upgrade

Cronos announced that the Old Cronoscan blockchain explorer will be officially shut down on October 6, 2025. After this date, Cronos Explorer will become the canonical and primary blockchain explorer and API provider for the Cronos chain. Users are advised to migrate data such as private name tags and contract verifications before the shutdown. The event marks a technical transition to consolidate blockchain data services on the Cronos network. Recent News Leading up to the shutdown, Cronos has emphasized the evolution of its ecosystem, including the integration of the new Cronos Explorer to replace Cronoscan. The move aligns with broader upgrades within the Cronos network and the Crypto.com ecosystem, aiming to streamline blockchain data access and enhance user experience. There have been no conflicting announcements; the transition has community support based on recent discussions on social platforms. Future Plans Post-shutdown, Cronos intends to focus on improving the Cronos Explorer with enhanced features and more reliable API services. This consolidation is part of a wider roadmap to strengthen the network's infrastructure and provide developers and users with a more unified toolset for blockchain interaction. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Neutral to positive. The community understands the necessity for migration and the benefits of a single canonical explorer. Some users urged caution to back up essential data. Community reactions included: "Good move for ecosystem consolidation," "Make sure to migrate your tags!", and "Cronos Explorer feels faster and more reliable." Risk Disclaimer This shutdown could temporarily affect token-related metrics and user interaction analytics but is primarily a technical migration rather than a tokenomics event, so market impact is expected to be minimal. Sources used https://x.com/cronos_chain/status/1967866160566899201 https://coinmarketcal.com/en/event/old-cronoscan-shutdown-292579

Cronos is hosting a special 'Catch Up AMA' featuring leads from their team including @mircroz (Cronos Lead) and @skygirl_0708 (Cronos BD). It is co-hosted by @axldefi, @TheCoinBaron, and @the_jujukey. The AMA will take place on October 9, 2025, at 4 PM UTC on the Cronos official X/Twitter channel. Community members can participate by joining the live session on X at that time. Recent News There have been no significant new developments or news publicly reported for Cronos in October 2025 related to this event or other major milestones based on available sources. The community and team appear focused on communication and engagement via the AMA format. Future Plans The AMA will likely cover updates on project progress, roadmap clarifications, and opportunities for community members to ask questions directly to Cronos leads. The project aims to maintain transparency and foster user interaction through such events. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment The community sentiment around this AMA is positive, with users showing interest in catching up with the Cronos team and learning about the project's direction. Social responses indicate appreciation for direct communication and active engagement. Risk Disclaimer Participation in the AMA event itself does not directly influence token price; however, information shared during the AMA may impact market perceptions. Sources used https://twitter.com/cronos_chain/status/1971107408908070947

The Cronos blockchain team is set to launch the EVM 1.5.0 upgrade named "Smarturn" on October 30, 2025. This major upgrade introduces smarter account management, enhanced EVM capabilities, and overall improved performance across the Cronos mainnet. The event is a release type and involves a network upgrade on the blockchain's EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine) layer. Recent News Leading up to this event, Cronos has been actively evolving with significant milestones like the Pallene upgrade that boosted execution speed by up to 600x, confirming their commitment to scalability and institutional adoption. The team also revealed a refreshed 2025-2026 roadmap emphasizing AI integration and ecosystem expansion, positioning Cronos as a leading blockchain for enterprises. Future Plans Following the Smarturn upgrade, Cronos aims to continue enhancing performance and feature robustness, leveraging AI agents and cross-chain interoperability. The upgrade supports Cronos's strategic focus on becoming a blockchain favorite for institutional on-chain finance, reducing latency and transaction costs. Onchain Data No verifiable onchain metrics available. Community Sentiment Sentiment around the Smarturn upgrade is generally positive. Community discussions on social platforms highlight optimism about the improved EVM functionality and performance gains. Comments include: "Excited for smarter accounts and faster transactions!", "Cronos keeps pushing the boundaries", and "Looking forward to reduced gas fees". Risk Disclaimer As a major network upgrade affecting EVM functionalities, the Smarturn release may impact CRO token dynamics, including transaction throughput and user experience, potentially influencing market sentiment and price volatility. Users should exercise caution and stay informed about update progress and related announcements. Sources used https://x.com/cronos_chain/status/1978972114855301458 https://blog.cronos.org https://chainwire.org/2025/07/03/cronos-delivers-sub-second-block-time-cementing-status-among-top-10-fastest-chains/