5 June, 2025Exploring Layer 2 Solutions for Ethereum
Layer 2 solutions are protocols built on top of Ethereum to increase scalability and reduce fees.
Types of Layer 2 solutions:
- Rollups: Bundle multiple transactions into a single batch.
- State channels: Enable fast, off-chain transactions between parties.
- Plasma: Creates child chains for specific use cases.
Benefits:
- Lower transaction fees
- Faster confirmation times
- Enhanced scalability
Popular Layer 2 projects include Optimism, Arbitrum, and zkSync.