The Path to Lit V1, Devnet Live

Lit Protocol is a programmable and decentralized key management network that solves a fundamental security dilemma for Web3 applications: how to manage secrets without compromising security, user experience, or decentralization. Traditional approaches force an impossible choice between giving private keys to centralized servers—creating massive security risks and single points of failure—or burdening end users with complex key management that opens avenues for compromise. Lit Protocol eliminates this tradeoff.

Using threshold signature schemes (MPC TSS) and a distributed architecture that keeps secrets encrypted at the hardware level and fragmented across a decentralized network, Lit enables developers to create secure, decentralized applications that manage crypto assets, private data, and user authority seamlessly across any blockchain or distributed system. For the first time, universal accounts can be programmed and automated without trusting centralized custodians, empowering builders to create immutable, interoperable, and user-owned applications, AI agents, and protocols.

The numbers tell a compelling story of adoption and growth. Today, thousands of projects are actively building with Lit Protocol, the Lit networks are processing millions of signing, encryption, and compute requests per month, and over $150m in digital assets are currently being secured by Lit’s Datil Mainnet Beta. From DeFi protocols using Lit to implement seamless account management and cross-chain interoperability to data marketplaces using Lit to secure private data with programmable encryption, Lit has proven itself as reliable, scalable infrastructure that developers trust to protect their most critical operations.

But this is just the beginning. As we look ahead, Lit Protocol is preparing for its most significant milestone yet: the launch of the V1 Mainnet and Token Generation Event (TGE). With the recent release of the new Naga Devnet and Lit SDK v8, we're taking a crucial step closer to this transformative moment. In this post, we'll walk through Lit's short-term roadmap and what these developments mean for developers building in the Lit ecosystem and community members alike.

Introducing the “Naga” Networks

We're thrilled to announce the next phase of Lit Protocol with the launch of the "Naga" networks, named after the Naga Viper pepper, the hottest pepper of 2021.

As official successors to the Datil networks, the Naga launch includes:

• Naga Dev (successor to Datil Dev) - Centralized Devnet, designed for early-stage development and experimentation. [LIVE]
• Naga Test (successor to Datil Test) - Decentralized Testnet designed for comprehensive testing and pre-production deployment. [Coming Soon]
• Naga Mainnet - Coming in Q4, the Naga Mainnet will support builders launching in production. Operators for Naga mainnet will be selected via the token stake weight contest, [Coming Soon]

Naga Dev is operational today, providing developers with a robust environment to build, test, and refine their applications before the mainnet launch.

Getting Started with Naga and SDK v8

For developers new to Lit Protocol, there's never been a better time to start building. You can begin developing on the Naga networks immediately using our completely redesigned v8 SDK. The new SDK offers improved performance, enhanced developer experience, and streamlined APIs that make integrating Lit's capabilities more intuitive than ever. If you're a builder, check out our new developer docs, interactive SDK docs, and Naga network explorer to get started.

Existing Lit builders will need to upgrade to SDK v8 to access the Naga networks. We’re currently preparing a detailed migration guide to make this transition as smooth as possible, walking you through the key changes and providing code examples for common use cases. The migration guide is currently in progress, and will be distributed once live. 

It is important to note that for existing builders currently deployed to the Datil Mainnet Beta migration is OPTIONAL and NOT strictly required at this time. Following the Naga launch, both the Datil and Naga Mainnet will run in parallel for a period of time before the Datil keys are imported into the new network. All that will be required is updating your SDK to the latest Naga-compatible version. More information on migration will be provided closer to the v1 launch. 

Quests and Community Engagement

The launch of Naga Test marks a significant transition point for our community initiatives. Season 1 of Lit's questing campaigns on Galxe has officially concluded, but this is far from the end of our community-driven activities.

For those who missed Season 1, don't worry, Season 2 is launching very soon with fresh quests, new challenges, and exciting opportunities to engage with the Lit ecosystem. These quests are designed not just as activities, but as hands-on learning experiences that help participants understand Lit's capabilities while contributing to the network's growth.

Beyond Galxe, the Lit Discord server remains the hub of our community activity. Join our server to:

• Claim your role and participate in ongoing quests and activations
• Earn XP, exclusive badges, and other community rewards
• Attend bi-weekly community office hours to ask questions, share feedback, and hear about the latest updates from around the ecosystem
• Join game nights and other community initiatives
• Stay connected with fellow builders and contributors

If you’re not a part of the community, you’re missing out! Follow this invite link to join today. 

Vincent: Powering the First Generation of Autonomous AI Agents

One of the most exciting developments in the Lit ecosystem has been the launch of Vincent, Lit’s flagship product powering automated, user-controlled on-chain agents.

Vincent enables users to securely delegate wallet operations to AI agents and trusted third parties within strict, finely-scoped guardrails. This means AI agents can execute transactions, interact with DeFi protocols, and manage digital assets—all within carefully defined parameters that keep users in complete control. It's true autonomy without sacrificing security or user sovereignty.

The implications are profound. Imagine AI agents that can perform the following operations on your behalf, governed by the conditions you set:

• Execute complex DeFi trading strategies based on custom parameters
• Buy / sell / swap any asset on any chain
• Optimize yield farming on any chain involving any protocol
• Interact with custom smart contracts or off-chain data
• And so much more…

Vincent makes all of this possible while ensuring that users remain the ultimate authority over their assets and data. 

For developers.

For users.

The Road Ahead: Mainnet and TGE

With Naga Dev now live and SDK v8 in developers' hands, Lit Protocol is positioned for its most significant milestone: the V1 Mainnet launch and Token Generation Event, both planned for later in 2025.

The TGE will precede the mainnet launch, marking the introduction of Lit's native token. This will be followed by the V1 Mainnet launch, representing the culmination of years of development, testing, and community building.

In the weeks ahead, we'll be sharing detailed information about:

• Token Launch Mechanics: Distribution model, tokenomics, and accessibility 
• Ecosystem Airdrop: Eligibility criteria and allocation methodology
• Mainnet Node Operator Selection: Requirements and application process
• Mainnet Launch Timeline: Key dates and migration procedures

These announcements will provide the clarity and transparency our community deserves as we approach these pivotal moments.

Stay Connected

The next few months will be among the most exciting in Lit Protocol's history. To ensure you don't miss any updates, join our communication channels:

• Telegram: Real-time updates and community discussions
• Discord: Community activations, office hours, and quests
• Blog: Ecosystem and product updates. Subscribe below.

The journey from testnet to mainnet is more than just a technical transition. It's the realization of a vision where cryptographic primitives become accessible, programmable building blocks for the decentralized web. With thousands of projects already integrating, millions of requests being processed, and over $150 million secured, Lit Protocol has proven its value. Now, with V1 Mainnet and TGE approaching, we're ready to scale that impact exponentially.

The future of programmable cryptography is here, and it's being built on Lit Protocol.

Ready to start building? Dive into the Naga Devnet today and join thousands of developers already leveraging Lit's infrastructure in their decentralized applications.