What is Layer 1? The Foundation
BNB Smart Chain (BSC) is the layer 1 chain. It’s the base architecture hosting the decentralized network — layer 1 chain functions as the ultimate settlement layer where transactions are finalized through consensus mechanisms.
Layer 1 network is powered by its native token (BNB), essential for accessing network services such as executing transactions, minting new tokens, interacting with smart contracts, etc.
What is Layer 2? Building Upwards
Layer 2 networks are solutions designed to enhance the capabilities of L1 networks. These L2 networks are built atop the settlement blockchain to address specific challenges, such as improving transaction speeds, reducing costs, and expanding programmability features.
At the core of layer 2 networks are specialized scaling solutions that facilitate the seamless mapping of transactions back to the primary layer 1 blockchain. By inheriting the security protocols from BSC, L2 technologies ensure that transactions remain secure and verifiable, thus extending the blockchain's utility and efficiency without compromising security.
Trending Layer 2s on BNB Chain
opBNB
Universal
opBNB is an optimistic layer-2 solution that delivers lower fees and higher throughput to unlock the full potential of the BNB Chain.
Daily Active Addresses
6,108,475
Sept 15
Total Transactions
1.76B
Average Gas Price
0.00134243 Gwei
COMBO
Gaming
COMBO Network is the first Game-Focused Optimistic Rollup on the BNB Chain and a low-cost and lightning-fast BNB Chain Layer 2 blockchain.
Daily Active Addresses
9,379
Sept 15
Total Transactions
36.38M
Average Gas Price
0.00135442 Gwei
Xterio
Gaming
Xterio L2 is engineered to become the leading Gaming Layer 2 and is designed to meet the growing needs of global Web3 gamers.
Daily Active Addresses
22
Sept 16
Total Transactions
109.82M
Average Gas Price
0.00268152 Gwei
MATCHAIN
AI
MATCHAIN is a decentralized AI-powered Web3 ecosystem that democratizes data ownership, offering users control over privacy and leveraging their data for personal, social, and economic advancement.
Daily Active Addresses
23
Sept 16
Total Transactions
5.21M
Average Gas Price
0.00008837 Gwei
How Does Layer 2 Work?
The opBNB, COMBO, Xterio and MATCHAIN networks are based on a Layer 2 scaling solution for the BNB Smart Chain powered by Optimism OP Stack.
Advantages of BNB Chain Layer 2
High Performance
Data Availability
Scalability
Community Engagement
Cost Efficiency
Leverage Active BNB User base
Security
Integration with BNB Ecosystem
Flexibility
How to Get Onto Layer 2
There are two primary ways to get your assets onto a layer 2 chain: bridge funds from BNB Smart Chain via a bridge (or smart contract) or withdraw your funds on an exchange directly onto the layer 2 network.
Funds in your wallet?
If you've already got your BNB in your wallet, you'll need to use a bridge to move it from the BNB Smart Chain Mainnet to a layer 2 chain.
Funds on an exchange?
Some centralized exchanges now offer direct withdrawals and deposits to layer 2s.
You'll also need a wallet to withdraw your funds. Find a wallet here.
Build Your Own Layer 2 on BNB Chain
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