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Ethereum Name Service proposes ENSv2 upgrade to tap into booming layer 2 networks
Ethereum layer2 networks are enjoying a period of high adoption and a record TVL.
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DeFi protocol Aave to launch bespoke blockchain following V4 upgrade
Aave's planned blockchain network could be launched as early as next year.
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Lens Network launches on zkSync to distrupt onchain social media with scalable, secure infrastructure and user-centric features.
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Breaking down Ethereum rollups – What makes a rollup optimistic vs zero knowledge?
Ethereum rollups emerge as a key solution to network congestion, promising reduced gas fees and increased transaction throughput while maintaining security and decentralization.
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Layer 1, 2, 3, parachain, sidechain – What’s the difference?
From foundational Layer 1 to innovative Layer 3, blockchain's evolving architecture continues to improve performance and functionality.
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Optimism invites Layer-3 networks to join its Superchain, promising advanced features
Optimism introduced two new features to entice layer3 blockchain developers.
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Cross-chain universal app states could reduce EVM development by 90% – Skate CEO
Siddharth Lalwani unveils Skate's universal app state strategy to reduce fragmentation and enhance liquidity in the blockchain ecosystem.
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Top Ethereum Layer-2 networks adopt Avail DA to boost rollup efficiency and security
Avail DA promises a more cheaper method for data storage compared to the Ethereum blockchain.
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