Injective has put its next major network overhaul up for a vote. The Vulcan mainnet upgrade proposal is now live on-chain, giving INJ stakers and validators the chance to weigh in on a package of technical improvements designed to make the blockchain faster, leaner, and more attractive for decentralized trading.

The upgrade is targeting block height ~164,394,000, which translates to an expected execution date around April 28, 2026.

What the Vulcan upgrade actually changes

The Vulcan proposal focuses on three specific areas: execution efficiency, on-chain module improvements, and INJ buyback mechanics. These buyback mechanisms are tied directly to network activity, meaning as more trading volume flows through…