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In a move reflecting the ongoing technical evolution of blockchain infrastructure, Binance has announced its official support for the NEAR Protocol network upgrade and hard fork scheduled for June 10. According to reports, the exchange will handle all technical requirements for users holding NEAR tokens. Consequently, deposits and withdrawals for the asset will be temporarily suspended during the upgrade period to ensure a seamless transition.
This upgrade comes as Layer 1 protocols face increasing pressure to optimize scalability and network efficiency. NEAR Protocol’s scheduled maintenance aligns with industry standards for protocol hardening, similar to recent updates seen in peer networks. Per market data, such technical events are generally viewed as neutral-to-positive long-term catalysts, as they often aim to reduce latency and improve the developer ecosystem without disrupting the underlying tokenomics.
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Sign InTraders should watch for the official announcement regarding the resumption of services once Binance deems the upgraded network stable. Looking at the broader macro environment, the Fed Powell Speech on May 31 remains a key catalyst for market sentiment ahead of the June 10 upgrade. Monitoring NEAR liquidity levels post-upgrade will be essential for retail traders to navigate any potential volatility following the temporary suspension of transfers.