Clearpool’s Ozean announces strategic partnership with HELIX

Ozean, the blockchain for real-world asset yield launched by decentralized finance credit pool platform Clearpool, has announced a strategic partnership with tokenized fixed-income platform HELIX. Built on Optimism (OP) and powered by Clearpool’s CPOOL, Ozean is a permissionless Ethereum layer-2…

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Is Optimism's 'Superchain' Winning the Ethereum Layer-2 Race?

One of the biggest trends of 2023 among the leading layer-2 projects on Ethereum was the emergence of “blockchain in a box,” where the teams encouraged developers to clone their code to spin up new layer 2s.

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Crypto VC funding: Kraken bags $42.5m from Optimism, Glow Labs raises $30m

This week, crypto exchange Kraken stole the show with its $42.5 million grant raise from Optimism. Kraken has disclosed its latest decision to launch Ink, a layer-2 on the Optimism (OP) blockchain. As a part of the deal, Optimism has…

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Chainlink CCIP powers Lido’s new cross-chain staking on Arbitrum, Base, and Optimism

Lido has announced the integration of Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) to enable cross-chain staking across Ethereum layer-2 networks such as Arbitrum, Base, and Optimism, according to an Oct.

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Optimism Foundation offered 25M OP tokens to attract Kraken’s L2 to the Superchain

Optimism Foundation and Kraken closed a 25 million OP deal to bring the exchange’s new layer-2 (L2) blockchain, Ink, to the Superchain ecosystem. According to CryptoSlate data, the deal is worth $43 million at OP’s current price of $1.

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Kraken Picked Optimism's 'Superchain' After Getting a Pile of OP Tokens

Crypto exchange Kraken announced last week that it will build a layer-2 network atop Optimism's OP Stack blockchain framework. CoinDesk is first to report that the deal was reached early this year, involving a grant of 25 million OP tokens, at the time worth roughly $100 million.

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Kraken eyes DeFi expansion with launch of Ink, its new Ethereum layer-2 network

Crypto exchange Kraken announced the upcoming launch of Ink, an Ethereum layer-2 network based on the Optimism Superchain, in an Oct. 24 statement. Ink aims to empower users to trade, borrow, and lend tokens without the need for intermediaries, marking a significant shift from Kraken’s current centralized exchange model.

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Kraken Picks Optimism for New Layer-2 Network, Joining Coinbase's Base on 'Superchain'

The disclosure comes nearly a year after CoinDesk broke the news that Kraken was considering its own layer-2 network, following the runaway success enjoyed by Base after it launched in mid-2023.

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Base to bring Optimism’s fault-proof system to enhance decentralization

Coinbase’s layer-2 network Base is set to launch the fault-proof system, allowing users to independently confirm the validity of withdrawals. Ethereum-based network Base will integrate Optimism‘s fault-proof system — also known as fraud proofs — on Oct. 30, enabling users…

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Uniswap Launches Layer-2 Unichain to Optimize Cross-Chain Interactions

Uniswap's new Layer-2 protocol, Unichain, promises faster cross-chain interactions, building on the Optimism Superchain to scale DeFi. The post Uniswap Launches Layer-2 Unichain to Optimize Cross-Chain Interactions appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Optimism token price is at risk of a bearish breakdown

Optimism token remained in a deep bear market as the recent rally of most cryptocurrencies stalled.  Optimism (OP), a leading layer-2 token, was trading at $1.5140 on Oct. 10, down 70% from its highest point this year. One reason Optimism…

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Uniswap Developer Unveils Own Layer-2 Network, Unichain, Built on Optimism Tech

The news is in line with the ongoing trend that's hit the Ethereum scaling world since the end of 2023: giant and familiar crypto exchanges launching their own layer-2 networks.

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Layer-2 criticism hits Arbitrum, Optimism; DTX Exchange debuts hybrid blockchain

Ethereum L2s Arbitrum and Optimism face criticism and price drops, while DTX Exchange’s layer-1 blockchain excels in presale. #partnercontent

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Can PEPE Price Kill Two Zeros This Year? Optimism (OP) Set For Rally, One Crypto That Could See 100x Is Rollblock

PEPE is well on the way to “killing” another 0 imminently, sparking PEPE price projections that could see it kill two zeros by EOY 2024. Ethereum Layer-2 scalability protocol Optimism, meanwhile, is being tipped for an end-of-year rally.

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Optimism opens Retro Funding 5 offering 8 million OP

Optimism’s Retro Funding round 5 is open for applications until September 5, 2024. The Optimism team has also welcomed new Ethereum Layer-2 Soneium to the Superchain. Optimism has announced that its Retroactive Public Goods Funding (Retro Funding) 5 round is now open for applications.

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Sony, Electronics Pioneer Behind Walkman, Starts Own Blockchain 'Soneium'

The new project, "Soneium" will be a layer-2 network atop the Ethereum blockchain, using technology from Optimism's OP Stack.

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Uniswap Ethereum L2 addresses reach new high of 8.5m

Ethereum layer-2 wallet addresses using Uniswap’s decentralized exchange nearly doubled last month compared to numbers recorded in June. Dune analytics data showed 8.5 million Ethereum (ETH) addresses trading on Uniswap via L2s like Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, Polygon, and ZKSync, setting…

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BlockDAG’s Game-Changing Reveal on July 29: AMA Session and 40% Price Jump! Arbitrum & Optimism Insights

Arbitrum’s growth outlook shines, yet market fluctuations may persist. Optimism’s prospects brighten with Layer-2 innovations, despite a dip in the market. The spotlight, however, shines brightest on BlockDAG’s (BDAG) grand unveiling on July 29.

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Full decentralization will happen in a few years — Layer-2 rollup teams

Several layer-2 rollup teams, including those for Linea, zkSync, Arbitrum and Optimism, claimed that full decentralization is coming soon.

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Optimism Activates Fault-Proofs On Mainnet, OP Is Down 55% In 3 Months

In a major milestone for Ethereum and layer-2s, Optimism, a layer-2 scaling platform for the second most valuable network, has announced the activation of open source and permissionless fault proofs.

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The Protocol: How Optimism Filled in Its Missing Tooth

In this week's newsletter, we delve into the Ethereum layer-2 network Optimism's delivery of "fault proofs," a piece of functionality that was glaringly missing even though it was at the heart of the project's security setup.

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Celo Community Ratifies Plan to Use Optimism's OP Stack for New Layer-2 Chain

The vote passed with overwhelming support, with 65 addresses representing 14.6 million CELO tokens signaling approval for the measure.

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Optimism invites Layer-3 networks to join its Superchain, promising advanced features

Ethereum Layer-2 (L2) Optimism has urged Layer-3 (L3) blockchain to join its Superchain by building with OP Stack and sharing sequencer revenue with the Optimism Collective. Superchain is a decentralized blockchain platform comprising many chains that share security and a technology stack (OP Stack).

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Top Ethereum Layer-2 networks adopt Avail DA to boost rollup efficiency and security

Several top Ethereum Layer-2 (L2) networks, such as Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon, zkSync, and Starkware, are preparing to integrate Avail’s Data Availability (DA) solution, according to an April 25 statement shared with CryptoSlate.

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Ethereum Ecosystem Hits 10 Million Active Wallets Weekly: Will It 10X In The Next Bull Run?

There has been a noticeable uptick in network activity in the broader Ethereum ecosystem. According to Dune Analytics, excluding Ordinals-related addresses, there are over 10 million wallets actively engaging with the mainnet and Ethereum layer-2 solutions like Base, Optimism, and Arbitrum.

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BlockDAG: The Sovereign in Crypto, Eclipsing TRON’s Layer 2 and AR’s Ascent

TRON Bitcoin Layer 2 Incoming as Arweave Eyes 226.36% Surge But BlockDAG Touted to be Top Crypto to Invest in with 5000x ROIs Despite a correction trend engulfing the market, investors are brimming with optimism over new developments like Tron’s Bitcoin layer-2 integration and Arweave’s bullish outlook. In the presale […]

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Forcefi Elevates Ecosystem Inclusivity with L2 Partnerships, Now Live on Mainnet

Manchester, United Kingdom, March 21st, 2024, Chainwire ForceFi is taking great steps in the world of Web3, recently announcing a series of partnerships with several Layer-2 solutions such as Arbitrum, Optimism, Scroll, and Linea.

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Vitalik Buterin Says Ethereum Requires Mindset Shift for Global Reach; Optimism & New AI Altcoin Anticipate Bullish Future

Ethereum, the trailblazer in the world of smart contracts, is at a crucial turning point. Thanks to the successful roll-out of the Dencun hard fork, it’s gearing up for an exciting new chapter that zeroes in on Layer-2 (L2) solutions.

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Blobs successfully slash layer-2 fees as Ethereum Dencun upgrade aims to increase adoption

Transaction fees across various Ethereum layer-2 networks, such as Base, StarkNet, and Optimism, have seen significant reductions following the implementation of the Dencun upgrade. Yesterday, the Dencun upgrade went live after months of anticipation within the crypto community.

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Lido Finance Introduces Layer-2 Ethereum Staking And Unveils LDO Rewards

Lido Finance, one of the largest Merge staking providers, has launched on two layer-2 networks, Optimism and Arbitrum.

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Can Arbitrum’s Organic Growth Leave Layer-2 Competitors like Optimism out of Picture?

September has been a busy month for Layer-2 platforms especially as the Ethereum Merge took away most of the market limelight. Nonetheless, Arbitrum’s steady growth has been baffling, to say the least.

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Optimism token loses another key support. What next?

Optimism is a Layer-2 scaling solution on Ethereum Optimism price is falling amid a…

The post Optimism token loses another key support. What next? appeared first on CoinJournal.

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Optimism Price Bloats 25% – OP Seen Ballooning In Coming Days

Optimism price registered a spike of 25% after its opening at $1. 9890. The OP/USD pair currently trades at $1. 9510, with a high of $2. 2150 and a low of $1. 9390.   The current price movement of Optimism is going with the flow as far as the Ethereum layer-2 protocol is concerned.

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Optimism: OP leads the crypto gang with a 90% growth in price in the past seven days

Several crypto assets post gains in the last few weeks, and OP, the native token of Optimism, the Layer-2 scaling solution, leads with a 94.92% spike in price in the last seven days. Apart from the prThe post Optimism: OP leads the crypto gang with a 90% growth in price in the past seven days appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Optimism might see OP go high after these developments

Optimism, the Layer-2 scaling solution, is one that was hit by a massive bear wave over the last weekend. However, that's not all there may be in store. Optimism may be on the verge of a breakthrouThe post Optimism might see OP go high after these developments appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The Layer-2 Wars could be the next big trend in crypto leading up to The Merge

DeFi analyst and YouTuber Patrick Dynamo DeFi, highlighted Monday several exciting trends in the world of DeFi, including the rise of the “L2 wars. ” Over the past week, revenue for Polygon, Optimism, and Arbitrum, popular scaling solutions for Ethereum, were up 36% – 54% following Ethereum’s price rally.

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Optimism loses 20M tokens after L1 and L2 confusion exploited

Although the airdrop took place less than two weeks ago, problems have already arisen for the vaunted layer-2 scaling solution’s team and market maker.

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Balancer launches on Ethereum L2 network Optimism

There are currently 38 projects deployed on the Ethereum layer-2 network. More are expected as attention shifts to scalability.

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Optimism airdrops token amid high demand and drama

Ethereum layer-2 solution, Optimism, has airdropped its OP governance token to around 249,000 wallets in the early hours of June 1. The post Optimism airdrops token amid high demand and drama appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Ethereum’s Optimism Airdropped Governance Token, Here Is How It Went

A very expected launch went live as the governance token OP was airdropped by the Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution Optimism. Why So Optimistic? In a mission to fund public goods and create a sustainable future for Ethereum, the Optimism Collective firmly believes that “positive impact to the collective should be rewarded with profit to the individual,” thus this latest airdrop is one more step in their process of creating “a new model for properly rewarding those who create or sustain public goods.

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This Week in DeFi – April 29

To the DeFi community, This week Optimism $OP token rumors come true, as the Ethereum Layer-2 scaling solution announces new […] The post This Week in DeFi – April 29 appeared first on DeFi Rate.

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Ethereum L2 solution Optimism to launch new governance model, token via airdrop

After weeks of speculations, leading Ethereum Layer-2 solution Optimism has announced that it will be launching and airdropping a governance token — OP — designed to give its users more power and control over its ecosystem.

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Critical bug in Ethereum L2 Optimism, $2M bounty paid

Ethereum Layer-2 solution Optimism has fixed a critical software bug in one of its smart contracts on Ethereum. The post Critical bug in Ethereum L2 Optimism, $2M bounty paid appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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