Layer 2

Metis is reshaping the Layer2 growth narrative by focusing on AI infrastructure. Through the Metis SDK and LazAI protocol, it is building an “AI-native execution layer” and exploring new paradigms of on-chain AI data sovereignty and value distribution.

The price of the ZKsync token, ZK, plummeted due to a security incident. Attackers used an airdrop distribution contract's admin account to mint a large number of unclaimed airdrop tokens and sell them on-chain. This incident not only exposed vulnerabilities in ZKsync’s contract management but also sparked widespread discussion about the security and reliability of Layer 2 technologies.

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the limitations of common ETH narratives, including its positioning as leveraged beta to Bitcoin, ultrasound money, digital oil, the global settlement layer, and the chain with the most economic activity.

Every blockchain tries to achieve a balance with respect to the blockchain trilemma: balancing speed, security, and decentralization. Projects can often only prioritize two features at the expense of a third.

This article introduces the definition and core functionalities of Reddio, focusing on the feature upgrades and technical highlights outlined in its latest whitepaper. It also provides a brief overview of the project's roadmap, feasibility, and implementation challenges. A competitive analysis is included, along with a discussion of its future development prospects.

With its modular network, robust treasury reserves, mETH protocol, and products like Function FBTC, Mantle has emerged as a standout player in the Layer 2 (L2) space. Guided by a clear institutional strategy, Mantle is evolving from a blockchain infrastructure provider into a fair and open platform for innovative finance, thanks to upcoming flagship offerings such as crypto index funds and Mantle Bank, as well as deeper collaboration with institutions.

DoubleZero is a decentralized internet protocol designed for high-performance distributed systems. Its base layer network, N1, enables blockchain applications to communicate with minimal latency, increased bandwidth, and maintain a secure, efficient data transmission. This article explores how DoubleZero operates, its core features, partnerships, and why it represents a transformative solution for blockchain networks struggling with performance constraints.

Celo announced its move from being a standalone Layer 1 blockchain to becoming an Ethereum Layer 2. It’s easy to read that as just another technical migration. But in reality, it signals a much broader shift that Ethereum has quietly been pushing toward.

Dive into the explosive growth potential of Layer 2 projects in 2025. This article provides an in-depth look at leading initiatives like Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, and ZKSync Era, focusing on their technological advancements, ecosystem growth, and cross-chain interoperability. Discover how blockchain scaling solutions are driving the next wave of Web3 innovation, offering valuable insights for both investors and developers.

With its impressive performance advantages, SVM is emerging as a key driver of growth for decentralized ecosystems, playing a crucial role in expanding Solana's ecosystem. This article examines the SVM sector, currently valued at approximately $444 million, and explores how innovative projects like Sonic SVM, Eclipse, and Solayer are boosting Solana’s ecosystem through TikTok partnerships, Layer 2 solutions, and hardware acceleration. It also analyzes the sector’s challenges and opportunities across technical, ecosystem, economic, and regulatory dimensions, offering readers comprehensive market insights.

Haust Network is an EVM-compatible Layer 2 blockchain platform designed to simplify decentralized finance by offering a seamless and secure environment for decentralized applications.

As a core member of the Optimism Superchain, Mint Blockchain focuses on addressing key challenges such as NFT asset standardization and liquidity shortages. By leveraging Layer2 technology, it significantly reduces gas fees and enhances user experience. This article provides an in-depth look at its five core modules (Mint Studio, IP Layer, Mint Liquid, etc.) and its innovative staking and restaking mechanisms, showcasing its potential in advancing the NFT ecosystem.

The following is a decision matrix from the perspective of a dapp choosing between deploying to an L1 or an L2 today assuming they both enable similar types of applications (ie. L1/L2 is not custom designed for a specific type of application).

Specifically, let's check what L2 blocks are, how they differ from L1 blocks and why we really shouldn't care that much about L2 block times, even if they're an interesting engineering metric.

Alien Base is a Base-native decentralized exchange (DEX) offering features like yield farming, single staking, and stable swaps. It aims to enhance the Base Chain ecosystem by providing innovative DeFi solutions.