List of L2 companies in Web3 (2026)

Aurora is an EVM-compatible Layer 2 protocol deployed as a smart contract on NEAR Protocol, running the Aurora Engine powered by SputnikVM. The protocol supports Solidity-based contract deployment with ETH as the base transaction currency, inheriting NEAR's validator network and sharding infrastructure. NEP-141 to ERC-20 token mapping enables cross-standard token transfers between NEAR and Aurora, and additional precompiles support cross-chain interactions.

Hemi is an EVM-compatible Layer 2 network that makes Bitcoin programmable by combining Bitcoin's Proof-of-Work security with Ethereum-grade smart contract execution. Its dual-layer architecture pairs the Hemi Virtual Machine (hVM), which wraps a Bitcoin node inside an EVM runtime, with the Hemi Bitcoin Kit (hBK), allowing Solidity contracts to read and verify native Bitcoin state including UTXOs, block headers, and balances. Blocks are anchored to Bitcoin via Proof-of-Proof (PoP) consensus, enabling developers to deploy Bitcoin-aware applications without bridges or wrapped assets.

SOON Mainnet is a Layer 2 rollup that extends Solana-level execution performance to Ethereum and other base networks. It uses a decoupled virtual machine architecture to process transactions off-chain while settling proofs back to its base layer for security. The network supports high throughput and low transaction costs, serving developers and users seeking Solana-style performance outside the Solana ecosystem.

Bitlayer Mainnet is a Layer 2 solution built on Bitcoin, aimed at enhancing scalability and transaction efficiency while maintaining Bitcoin's security standards. It enables low-cost transactions, smart contract functionality, and cross-chain interoperability, supporting decentralized finance (DeFi) applications and micropayments. The mainnet is designed for developers and users seeking to expand Bitcoin's utility beyond simple value transfer.

The current Taiko mainnet, a fully decentralized Type-1 ZK-EVM based rollup using Ethereum validators for sequencing. Alethia provides full Ethereum compatibility with multi-proof validation (SGX + ZK) and recently upgraded preconfirmation support for 2-second block times.

Namechain is a Layer 2 blockchain designed for onchain identity, built using Linea's zkEVM as a based rollup that inherits security from Ethereum. The blockchain enables cross-chain name resolution, instant finality for domain registration, and cost-effective identity management across multiple blockchain networks.

Berry Chain is a Layer 2 blockchain built for verifying AI interactions, using a binary large object based architecture to store cryptographically hashed proofs of AI-generated prompts and responses. It produces immutable, tamper-proof records of activity from the Strawberry AI product suite while preserving user privacy through cryptographic techniques. BERRY functions as the native gas token, and network activity is viewable through a public block explorer.

Ztarknet is a Starknet-style Layer 2 that settles to Zcash L1 using Circle STARK proofs verified through a Transparent Zcash Extension (TZE). The sequencer runs Madara and executes Cairo programs, with state transitions proved by Stwo and anchored to Zcash consensus via a single built-in TZE verifier rule. This design enables general-purpose smart contracts and confidential DeFi to inherit Zcash's base-layer privacy without a multisig bridge.

Metal L2 implements Ethereum scaling through Optimism rollup technology, enabling BSA-compliant DeFi operations with traditional banking integrations. The system connects banks and payment partners while maintaining Layer 0 interoperability through Metal Blockchain, and includes native Metal Dollar stablecoin infrastructure, bridge functionality for Ethereum deposits/withdrawals, and blockchain explorer tools

Fuel Ignition is an Ethereum layer-2 rollup that uses the FuelVM for parallel transaction execution, supporting over 600 TPS with sub-cent transaction costs and 1-second block times.

Etherlink is an optimistic rollup on Tezos Smart Rollup technology that provides EVM-compatible execution with sub‑second soft confirmations. The network is permissionless, allowing participants to run nodes, post commitments, and challenge state transitions while inheriting Layer 1 security and enabling decentralized governance.

Turbo Chain is a dedicated virtual chain for TURBO, built using Aurora's Virtual Chain technology, offering speed, scalability, and customization for the TURBO ecosystem.

M0 Protocol implements a coordination system through smart contracts, enabling permissioned Minters to generate stablecoins backed by eligible collateral. The system enforces on-chain rules while maintaining decentralized governance through the Two Token Governor mechanism.

Paradex Chain is a Layer 2 blockchain built on Starknet that serves as the settlement and execution layer for the Paradex exchange. It provides RPC endpoints for developers to interact with the network and supports both mainnet and testnet environments.

Spark is a Bitcoin Layer 2 protocol that enables wallet development and stablecoin issuance with native Bitcoin support. The system provides developer tools and infrastructure for building self-custodial wallets and launching digital assets on Bitcoin.

Vara.eth is an application platform built on Ethereum that provides real-time parallel compute for dApps. It uses Gear's WASM-based execution engine with the Actor model, a decentralized validator consensus instead of a centralized sequencer, and a reverse-gas model where applications pay for execution. Security is provided through liquid restaking via Symbiotic Protocol and VARA token staking.

Reya Network is an L2 blockchain built on Arbitrum Orbit that optimizes DeFi trading through shared liquidity pools, unified margin accounts, and FIFO transaction ordering. The network provides 100ms block times, gasless transactions, and cross-collateralization capabilities for enhanced capital efficiency.

Lens Chain is a Layer 2 network built on ZKsync's ZK Stack with Avail for data availability, secured by Ethereum. It uses GHO as the native gas token, with account abstraction providing gasless and signless transactions. The architecture supports three deployment phases: Validium (Seed), DA-enabled (Grow), and Volition (Bloom), enabling configurable security trade-offs across social and financial transaction types. Chain ID is 232 with a public RPC at rpc.lens.xyz.

Sonic SVM is an atomic Solana Virtual Machine chain for blockchain gaming infrastructure. The network operates through its HyperGrid framework enabling horizontal scaling across dedicated gaming-specific execution environments while maintaining atomic settlement with Solana. The architecture includes Sorada for optimized read operations delivering response times as low as 5ms, and Rush Entity-Component-System framework that generates smart contracts from declarative configuration files.

XHITO is a dedicated blockchain with a humanity-driven consensus mechanism.

Rarimo ZK Rollup is a Layer 2 blockchain solution that inherits security from Ethereum while providing scalability and privacy for identity applications. The rollup aggregates transactions off-chain and submits cryptographic proofs to the Ethereum mainnet, enabling efficient processing of ZK Registry data with reduced costs.

Immutable Chain is a Layer 2 blockchain built on Ethereum for gaming applications. Processes transactions on-chain and posts validity proofs to Ethereum, providing EVM compatibility with chain ID 13371 and approximately two-second block finality. Gas fees for players are covered through a gas sponsorship layer integrated with Immutable Passport. Supports Solidity smart contracts up to version 0.8.28 and provides native SDKs for Unity and Unreal Engine. IMX is the native gas token used for transaction fees and staking.

Gravity Alpha Mainnet is an Ethereum Layer 2 rollup built on Arbitrum Nitro stack, serving as the initial deployment phase for testing cross-chain settlements and integrating Galxe ecosystem products. Features native canonical bridging for G, DAI, and WBTC tokens with LiFi-powered multi-token routing for broader asset support.

Billions Chain is an EVM-compatible Layer 2 network operated by Billions Network, built on the Polygon CDK stack and connected to Agglayer for cross-chain interoperability. The chain serves as the settlement layer for the Billions identity registry, agent identity NFT contracts, the BILL token, and the public attestations registry. A Blockscout-based block explorer provides transaction visibility and contract verification.

Boba Network is a layer 2 optimistic rollup built on Ethereum that provides EVM-compatible execution with lower fees and higher transaction throughput. The network is based on the Optimism Bedrock codebase (Boba Anchorage upgrade) and includes Hybrid Compute, a feature that allows smart contracts to make direct API calls to off-chain services and run computations outside the chain, with results returned on-chain. ERC-4337 account abstraction is supported natively through a bundler, enabling smart contract accounts, paymaster-sponsored gas, and configurable transaction validation. Transaction fees can be paid in ETH or BOBA.

Botanix is a Bitcoin Layer 2 blockchain that provides EVM compatibility through the Spiderchain protocol, enabling smart contracts and DeFi applications while maintaining Bitcoin's security properties. The system uses a federated model with 16 trusted operators managing Bitcoin custody through multisig wallets. Features include Bitcoin Yield for liquid staking with stBTC tokens and Bitcoin 2100, an immersive gaming experience for ecosystem exploration.

BitTorrent Chain (BTTC) is a Layer-2 PoS blockchain built on a three-layer architecture — an execution layer, a consensus delivery layer, and contracts on parent chains — enabling EVM-compatible smart contract execution with cross-chain interoperability across Ethereum, TRON, and BNB Chain. The protocol processes transactions through independent validators using Proof-of-Stake consensus, with BTT as the native gas and governance token. Asset bridging across heterogeneous blockchain networks is facilitated through a cross-chain bridge with decentralized relayers.

Citrea implements a Type 2 zkEVM rollup using Bitcoin as settlement and data availability layer, enabling EVM-compatible smart contracts secured by zero-knowledge proofs. The system processes transaction batches through recursive ZK proofs while maintaining trust-minimized bridging via BitVM.

Doma Protocol is a DNS-compliant Layer 2 blockchain for domain tokenization, enabling fractional ownership and DeFi liquidity for traditional and Web3 domains. The protocol implements domain tokenization, fractionalization, compliance, bridging, custodian, and composer modules to transform domains into programmable digital assets. Doma maintains authoritative records of tokenized domains while supporting cross-chain interoperability via LayerZero and data availability through Celestia.

Hydra is a Layer 2 scaling solution implementing isomorphic state channels for increased transaction throughput on Cardano. The protocol enables off-chain transaction processing through Hydra Heads while maintaining security guarantees and settlement on the main blockchain.

Edge Stack is an application-specific execution layer designed to power high-performance onchain derivatives trading as a future sovereign settlement network. It uses a modular multi-virtual-machine design that separates perpetual futures matching logic from standard decentralized finance execution, combined with deterministic parallel transaction processing for higher throughput and lower latency. The architecture settles state commitments to Ethereum for security while remaining structured to evolve into an independent settlement layer. It is intended to support additional financial primitives, such as options or prediction markets, as modular extensions without requiring network-wide upgrades.

Runes Exchange Environment (REE) implements Turing-complete smart contracts for Bitcoin through a decentralized execution layer using ICP Chain Fusion technology. The system enables composable DeFi applications while maintaining Bitcoin-native custody and user experience.

GIWA Chain is an Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain built on the OP Stack, executing transactions through Optimistic Rollup architecture with 1-second block times. The system supports EVM-compatible smart contracts while enabling developers to deploy applications using existing Solidity tools and frameworks.

Bullet Network implements a ZK rollup through modular sequencing and trust-minimized Solana settlement, enabling ultra-low latency on-chain trading with transaction verification via fraud proofs while maintaining decentralized security.

Aztec 3 is a Layer 2 solution that uses zero-knowledge technology to provide private transaction capabilities on Ethereum while maintaining public verifiability and security.

XRPL EVM Sidechain is an Ethereum-compatible blockchain built with the Cosmos SDK and CometBFT, enabling Solidity applications within the XRP Ledger ecosystem. It uses XRP for gas, connects to XRPL and other chains via Axelar and IBC, and delivers low fees with fast finality.

Inveniam Chain is a Layer 2 blockchain built on MANTRA Chain designed for the management and trading of private real estate assets. It connects agentic asset surveillance through Proof of Origin, Proof of State, and Proof of Process to DeFi ecosystems. The initial phase targets global commercial real estate derivatives trading.

OP_NET is a consensus layer on Bitcoin Layer 1 that enables smart contract deployment and execution without modifying Bitcoin's base protocol. Developers write contracts in AssemblyScript or Rust, compile to WebAssembly, and deploy them via standard Bitcoin Taproot transactions with contract bytecode embedded in witness fields. Contracts execute in a deterministic virtual machine called OP_VM, with state organized into five-block epochs (~50 minutes). Gas fees are paid in BTC with no separate token required. The protocol uses an SHA-1 near-collision mining system for reward distribution and time-delayed attestations to achieve deterministic state finality across nodes. Contract addresses use a P2OP format derived from the deployer's public key, a random salt, and the bytecode hash.

Rome L2s is a stack for deploying EVM Layer 2s and EVM dApps on Solana, giving users Solana’s speed and costs while enabling interaction with SPL and ERC‑20 assets. It lets teams choose EVM implementations and run familiar Ethereum tooling to launch customizable environments and access multi‑chain liquidity.

Silent Data Rollup provides privacy-enabled Ethereum Layer-2 infrastructure through trusted execution environments, enabling programmable privacy directly within smart contracts using standard Solidity code. The system processes transactions while protecting sensitive data through Intel SGX enclaves.

An Ethereum-compatible Layer 2 blockchain built using Arbitrum Orbit technology for the Huddle01 dRTC network. The chain provides settlement infrastructure for HUDL token transactions, media node operations, and decentralized real-time communication services with testnet currently active.

Syndicate Chain horizontally scales Ethereum through programmable onchain sequencers, enabling developers to build atomically composable, community-owned appchains that can scale elastically and distribute ownership to their communities over time.

EVM-compatible programmable chain built as a based rollup on Kaspa. It leverages the Kaspa BlockDAG for transaction sequencing and security, providing fast sub-second finality and synchronous atomic composability across smart contracts.

Atlas is a blockchain built using a custom Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) for verifiable finance, combining traditional finance performance with DeFi transparency. Atlas offers reliable transaction delivery, low fees, instant pre-confirmations, and frequent Oracle updates to power complex financial applications.

=nil; is an Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain powered by zkSharding, enabling horizontal scaling through parallel transaction processing across multiple shards while maintaining unified state and full Ethereum compatibility. The system integrates a Type-1 zkEVM compiled via zkLLVM from production-grade EVM source code, providing automated circuit compilation that eliminates manual overhead and reduces security vulnerabilities. The platform utilizes the Placeholder proof system for transparent zero-knowledge verification without trusted setup requirements, achieving over 60,000 transactions per second through sharded architecture.

TEN operates as an encrypted Ethereum Layer 2 using Trusted Execution Environments, enabling confidential smart contracts with shared state while maintaining full EVM compatibility and instant bridging.