Modular Blockchains

Dive into the world of Nautilus Chain and discover how its Layer 3 technology is transforming blockchain efficiency and scalability for a seamless Web3 experience.

Ethereum faces an innovation dilemma and requires fundamental changes. It has overly focused on modular innovations to the database. Currently, it seems to have reached its peak in terms of market capitalization and usage. Future development depends on deep structural and functional reforms.

Initia is an innovative blockchain project that combines the functions of L1 and L2 to provide full-chain interoperability through a modular Rollup network. It aims to simplify the user experience in multi-chain environments and optimize developers' ability to build applications. Initia received $7.5 million in seed funding from companies including Delphi Ventures and Hack VC, with Binance Lab also participating in the investment. Through its L1 orchestration layer and multiple independent Rollup L2 layers, the project achieves cross-chain interoperation and seamless exchange of data assets. It also provides plug-and-play facilities to lower the developer threshold and accelerate application deployment.

The article explores the current developments and future trends of the execution layer, settlement layer, and aggregation layer in the modular blockchain stack within the cryptocurrency field. Although there have been many innovations in the data availability (DA) and ordering layers, the execution and settlement layers have only recently begun to receive attention. The article points out that while the shared sequencer space is highly competitive, the execution and settlement layers remain underexplored. Layer N, as a flexible and customizable execution layer, leverages the Move language and BlockSTM technology to improve throughput. The article also discusses the design of proof aggregation, a new architecture that can aggregate and settle between different proof systems, thereby enhancing efficiency and reducing costs. Finally, the article predicts that these innovations will bring better applications and development experiences to users.

This article selects three L2 projects with a more Western background—Mezo, BOB (Build on Bitcoin), and Spiderchain (Botanix)—to further explore the pros and cons of layer 2 solutions and their impact on the BTC ecosystem.

The Data Availability Layer plays a crucial role in modular architecture, becoming one of the most popular fields in 2024. Ethereum's Data Availability (DA) became a hot topic, triggering broad discussions about projects such as Celestia, EigenLayer, Avail, and NearDA. This article will delve into the technical architecture, consensus mechanisms, and other aspects of key participants Celestia and EigenDA to reveal the competitive landscape of the DA track.

While Web3 is often described as “read, write, own”, we believe a better notion for the third iteration of the internet is “read, write, verify” given that the key benefit of public blockchains is guaranteed computation and easy verification that these guarantees were honored.

Particle Network is a development platform for Web3, aimed at enhancing developer efficiency and accelerating the mass adoption of Web3. Its core product is an MPC-TSS-based login and wallet middleware that eliminates the need for end users to remember mnemonic phrases and pay gas fees, significantly lowering the barrier to Web3 adoption. This article will explore the Particle Network ecosystem, compare similar products, and analyze the network's prospects and future.

The Lambda project has witnessed several key milestones since its inception in 2018. Each step, from the project's launch to the white paper release, successful fundraising, and open sourcing of core code, has marked the continuous advancement of Lambda technology. With the launch of the mainnet, Lambda has gradually become an important member of the blockchain ecosystem.

Blockchain as a Service (BaaS) is a cloud service that allows organizations to build and run blockchain applications and smart contracts without the need to establish their own blockchain infrastructure. BaaS providers offer flexibility and accessibility of blockchain technology, aiming to democratize blockchain technology so that companies can develop blockchain applications at a reasonable cost.

EVM+ offers a novel solution that facilitates the development of large-scale applications and accelerates the integration of cryptocurrencies with mainstream applications by seamlessly integrating EVM assets, protocols, and infrastructure. In Vitalik’s vision for Ethereum, the layer addressing non-scalability needs clearly plays a crucial role. Artela meets the demand for 'custom functionalities' in blockchain networks by adding 'native extensions' on top of the foundational layer.

In the blockchain field, a series of competitive decentralized data availability (DA) projects have emerged, including Celestia, EigenLayer, Avail DA, and NEAR DA. These projects aim to enhance blockchain scalability, data availability, and performance by employing different technologies and approaches. This article compares and analyzes these DA projects, discussing their technical characteristics and competitive advantages in the market.

Innovation on layer-1 platforms is heating up, with Bitcoin and Ethereum evolving into more versatile platforms. Ethereum is moving towards a modular architecture, and new first-layer blockchains like Aptos are emerging. This article will explore the diversified prospects of first-layer blockchain networks and understand their impact on the broader crypto ecosystem.

This article discusses the execution layer and the settlement layer, with Ethereum continuing to support rollups. However, new execution layers and more rollup service providers may bring higher throughput, security, and innovation. Interoperability is also essential, with some protocols in development aiming to ultimately achieve a world with over 100,000 chains, driving the blockchain industry towards genuine adoption.

The article details AltLayer, a decentralized resilient Rollup-as-a-Service (RaaS) protocol designed to provide a scalable second-layer solution to alleviate on-chain congestion and costly transactions cost. AltLayer utilizes the modular concept and restaking mechanism to enhance security, decentralization and processing speed. It provides Rollup services, allowing users to quickly create customized Rollups, supporting multi-chain and multi-virtual machine functions. AltLayer's core technologies include Restaked Rollup and RaaS, the latter of which simplifies the deployment of Rollup through a code-free interface. In addition, AltLayer issued the native token ALT, which is used to pay for fees, governance and consensus mechanisms within the ecosystem. The article also discusses AltLayer's team background, financing situation, and opportunities and challenges it faces.