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Layer 2 and scaling: 8 coins
Layer 2 (L2) networks sit on top of a base chain such as Ethereum or Bitcoin to make transactions cheaper and faster, often by bundling many transactions into one using rollups.
| Coin | Symbol | About |
|---|---|---|
| Arbitrum | ARB | Arbitrum is an Ethereum layer-2 scaling network using optimistic rollups to lower fees; ARB is its governance |
| Optimism | OP | Optimism is an Ethereum layer-2 rollup network; OP is the governance token of the Optimism Collective. |
| Immutable | IMX | Immutable is a scaling platform for blockchain games and NFTs on Ethereum; IMX is its token. |
| Stacks | STX | Stacks is a layer that brings smart contracts to Bitcoin, settling on the Bitcoin blockchain. |
| Mantle | MNT | Mantle is an Ethereum layer-2 network that uses rollup technology to lower fees; MNT is used for governance an |
| Starknet | STRK | Starknet is an Ethereum layer-2 network that uses zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs to bundle transactions and reduce |
| Polygon (POL) | POL | POL is the token of the Polygon ecosystem, the successor to MATIC, used for staking and securing Polygon netwo |
| Loopring | LRC | Loopring is a zero-knowledge rollup protocol for fast, low-cost exchange and payments on Ethereum. |
Other categories
- Layer 1 blockchains
- Stablecoins
- DeFi tokens
- Meme coins
- Exchange tokens
- AI and compute
- Privacy coins
- Web3 infrastructure and apps
- Gaming, NFTs and metaverse
- Payments and store of value
- Tokenized and wrapped assets
Categories are a simplified editorial grouping. Many projects fit more than one. Not financial advice.