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A significant development on the horizon is the launch of the Rira Network, expected around December 9, which is pivotal for the new generation of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. As an update to the Cosmos SDK progresses, this will enable newer, more efficient integrations, pushing Thorchain's general capabilities forward.

Volume and Chain Integrations: Driving Growth

Next on the roadmap involves focusing on adding volume and chain integrations to enhance Thorchain's usability. Recent insights from ThorYield and other dashboards track the uptick in volume, which suggests a promising trend. A significant spike started on October 3, 2023, indicating that streaming swaps may be drawing in larger wallets, contributing to stability and higher transaction volume.