Description
Ink is a Layer 2 blockchain built by Kraken powered by the OP Stack. It connects Kraken’s 10+ million users to decentralized finance (DeFi), offering easy access to DEXs, lending, and yield protocols. By joining the Superchain, Inkchain combines Ethereum’s security with Layer 2 scalability for a streamlined DeFi experience.
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RedStone

RedStone is a decentralized oracle platform that provides reliable, frequently updated, and diverse data feeds for decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts across various blockchain networks. Its modular architecture supports both new and established dApps on trending Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions, delivering non-standard data such as liquidity provider (LP) and staked tokens.

Onchain Tooling

Curve Finance

Curve Finance specializes in efficient, low-slippage trading of stablecoins on its DEX protocol. Governed by CRV token holders, Curve encourages participation through vote-escrowed CRV for enhanced governance and yield farming rewards. Initially funded without an ICO, Curve leverages venture capital and community-driven efforts to support its growth and liquidity provision incentives.

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ZNS Connect

ZNS Connect is a decentralized naming system that simplifies blockchain interactions by converting complex addresses into user-friendly, customizable domain names. It enhances security, usability, and accessibility across Web3 platforms by allowing users to create personalized Web3 profiles. The platform integrates with wallets, DEXs, and decentralized applications, making cross-chain interactions seamless. With a focus on user empowerment and sustainable growth, ZNS Connect leverages domain sales, custom creations, and revenue-sharing models to drive adoption, aiming to become a leading player in decentralized domain services.

Onchain Tooling

Hyperlane

Hyperlane is an open interoperability framework, providing tools for developers to connect and build cross-chain applications that communicate securely across blockchains. It operates without a token or governance process. In 2022, Hyperlane raised $18.5 million in seed funding led by Variant, with support from investors like Galaxy Digital and Circle.

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Brid.gg

Brid.gg is a user-friendly platform that enables seamless asset transfers across Ethereum and Superchain networks, offering a secure and efficient transaction experience. It simplifies cross-chain transfers with a straightforward interface that supports Ethereum and Layer 2 solutions. Brid.gg operates without a formal governance structure, does not have a native token, and has no public funding records.

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Layerswap

Layerswap provides a fast and cost-effective solution for transferring crypto assets across multiple networks and exchanges, reducing fees and transaction times while simplifying the bridging process. It operates without a formal governance structure or a native token. Layerswap has raised a total of $4 million across three funding rounds, with the latest being a $2.5 million seed investment on November 10, 2022.

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Foundation Missions: Season 7

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Foundation Missions are Optimism-funded initiatives designed to make measurable progress toward the Season 7 Intent, establishing interoperable Stage 1 chains handling $250M in cross-chain asset transfers per month.

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Retro Funding: Dev Tooling

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The Retro Funding: Dev Tooling program rewards open-source toolchain software that supports onchain application development on the Superchain, with a budget of up to 8M OP and monthly rewards from March to July 2025.

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A 5-day immersive hacker house experience during ETH Denver, where innovation meets collaboration.

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OP Mainnet

OP Mainnet

OP Mainnet, previously known as Optimism, is a Layer 2 scaling solution built on top of Ethereum. It utilizes optimistic rollups to provide faster and cheaper transactions while maintaining the security of the Ethereum mainnet.

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Unichain

Unichain

Unichain is an L2 purpose-built for DeFi, exclusively on the OP Stack. Unichain is part of the Superchain’s path to interoperability, and will support ERC20s that are Superchain interop compatible. Uniswap Labs is also working with Flashbots to develop a new TEE-based block builder that reduces Unichain confirmation times from 1 second to 250 milliseconds.

Finance
Soneium

Soneium

Soneium is a Layer 2 blockchain developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs, a joint venture between Sony Group and Startale. Designed to bridge Web2 and Web3, Soneium aims to create a versatile, developer-friendly ecosystem that empowers creativity and innovation. It provides a scalable, accessible platform for developers, creators, and communities, enabling them to build and deploy applications that blend entertainment, gaming, finance, and more.

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Mode

Mode

Mode Network is a Layer 2 solution built using the OP Stack, designed to foster growth and collaboration within the DeFi space. As a part of the Superchain, Mode aims to create an ecosystem where developers and users are rewarded for their contributions, enhancing the overall network's scalability and efficiency.

Finance