Layer 2
Zeta Markets Plots Solana L2 Despite Previous Ecosystem Opposition
The Solana community has long been antagonistic towards Layer 2 scaling.
ZKSync Launches Three-Body Governance System
Governance is designed around three core pillars: token assembly, a security council, and guardians.
Ethereum Layer 2 Atlas Launches Private Testnet
The blockchain is built using an implementation of the Solana virtual machine, but settles transactions to Ethereum.
Fractal Ships Bitcoin Sidechain But Faces Pre-Mine Controversy
Onlookers are unhappy with Fractal pre-mining 50% of its FB token’s supply.
Movement Labs Claims One Second L2 Transaction Confirmations Are Possible
Movement Labs said its new postconfirmation finalization mechanism could unlock new DeFi applications.
Base and Taiko Sustain Boom In Layer 2 Activity
Base and Taiko are driving nearly 6.5 million daily transactions combined.
Sony Launches Testnet and Incubator For Soneium Layer 2
Soneium wants to foster projects targeting the DeFi, NFT, gaming, and social sectors.
Clearpool Unveils RWA-Focused Layer 2
Ozean offers an optional compliance layer, native stablecoin backed by U.S. treasury assets, and real-world asset liquidity layer.
Blast Struggles After its Highly Anticipated Airdrop
The Layer 2’s metrics are in free fall as airdrop farmers leave the ecosystem en masse.
Pepe Unchained Raises Millions For a Memecoin-Fueled Layer 2
The ecosystem claims it's built for speed, security, low fees, and memes. It's raised almost $8 million for the presale of its PEPU token.
