Layer 2 Whitepapers
Scaling solutions built on top of Layer 1 blockchains. Read AI-powered analyses of every Layer 2 project whitepaper.
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Arbitrum Nitro
Arbitrum Nitro is a second-generation Layer 2 blockchain protocol designed to enhance throughput and efficiency of Ethereum by using an optimistic rollup approach.
Layer 2Optimism
Optimism is a layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, aimed at reducing transaction costs and increasing throughput while maintaining Ethereum's security and decentralization.
Layer 2Polygon
Polygon 2.0 introduces POL, a next-generation token to secure, coordinate, and grow the Polygon ecosystem through a scalable network of Layer 2 chains.
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Mantle
MNTMantle is a Layer 2 solution built on Ethereum that enhances scalability through a modular framework and advanced data availability techniques, supporting decentralized applications with high efficiency and security.

Celestia
TIACelestia is a modular blockchain that specializes in data availability, allowing other blockchains and rollups to post transaction data to it rather than handling storage themselves. It uses Data Availability Sampling so nodes can verify data without downloading all of it, keeping hardware requirements low while scaling throughput. The TIA token is used for data storage fees, staking, and governance. Celestia's modular design has influenced the broader blockchain industry's shift toward separating execution from data availability.

Base
ETHBase is a secure, low-cost, developer-friendly Ethereum Layer 2 built by Coinbase, powered by the OP Stack and designed to bring the next billion users onchain.

Arcblock
ABTArcBlock is a blockchain platform designed to simplify the development and deployment of decentralized applications by integrating blockchain with cloud computing.

Optimism
OPOptimism is a layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, aimed at reducing transaction costs and increasing throughput while maintaining Ethereum's security and decentralization.

Zircuit
ZRCZircuit is a blockchain solution that enhances transaction security and efficiency using hybrid architecture combining rollups and zero-knowledge proofs.

Myria
MYRIAMyria is a layer-two scaling solution for Ethereum focused on NFTs and blockchain gaming, leveraging ZK-Rollup technology to enhance scalability and reduce costs.

Lambda
LAMBLambda leverages Ethereum Layer 2 and Permanent Storage to deliver scalable, cost-efficient, and secure decentralized applications.

zkLink
ZKLzkLink addresses blockchain interoperability and liquidity fragmentation by providing an aggregated rollup infrastructure using zero-knowledge proof technology.

StreamCoin
STRMStreamCoin aims to revolutionize streaming and digital art through its decentralized blockchain ecosystem, empowering content creators and consumers.

Sui
SUISui is a decentralized smart contract platform that leverages the Move programming language for advanced asset management and transaction scalability.

Lumia
ORNLumia is a next-generation Layer 2 blockchain platform that leverages advanced technologies like Polygon CDK and NearDA to solve liquidity fragmentation and scalability issues in the blockchain space.
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