Layer 1
MarketsDefinition
Base-layer blockchain protocols. Examples: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche, BNB Chain. Provide the foundational consensus, security, and settlement.
L1s scale via larger blocks (Solana), sharding (Ethereum 2.0 plans), or alternative consensus. Cost per transaction varies widely: Solana ~$0.0001, Ethereum $0.50-$10, Bitcoin $1-$50 depending on demand.
L1s scale via larger blocks (Solana), sharding (Ethereum 2.0 plans), or alternative consensus. Cost per transaction varies widely: Solana ~$0.0001, Ethereum $0.50-$10, Bitcoin $1-$50 depending on demand.