The first functioning implementation of a proof-of-stake cryptocurrency was Peercoin, introduced in 2012 . Other cryptocurrencies, such as Blackcoin, Nxt, Cardano, and Algorand followed.
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A key Layer 2 strategy is the rollup, or bundling of transactions off the main chain for faster processing . The two main approaches are optimistic rollups and zero knowledge, or ZK, rollups. Both approaches reduce congestion on the Ethereum blockchain, speed transactions and lower costs. Optimistic rollups are live.
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What Is Bitcoin Layer 3? Layer 3 is often referred to as the application layer. It is a layer that hosts DApps and the protocols that enable the apps . While some blockchains such as Ethereum or Solana (SOL) have a thriving variety of layer 3 apps, Bitcoin is not optimized to host such applications.
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Layer 2 scaling solutions must inherit the underlying security of the main chain. Whereas sidechains may use other networks or validators to secure the chain, layer 2 differentiates itself by inheriting its security directly from the main chain .
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Layer 2 protocols or network L2 protocols are a list of communication protocols used by Layer 2 devices (such as network interface cards (NIC), switches, multiport bridges, etc.) to transfer data in a wide area network, or between one node to another in a local area network.
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