Linea Mainnet Launch

🚀 Ethereum's new sidekick

By Linea
Oct 15, 2024, 9:02 PM
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Linea, a zk rollup developed by ConsenSys, has officially launched its mainnet.​ This scalability solution aims to enhance Ethereum's capabilities by:

  • Increasing transaction throughput
  • Reducing gas fees
  • Maintaining Ethereum's security guarantees

Key features of Linea include:

1.​ EVM compatibility: Seamless integration for existing Ethereum dApps 2.​ Zero-knowledge proofs: Enhanced privacy and efficiency 3.​ Developer-friendly tools: Simplified onboarding process

The launch marks a significant milestone in Ethereum's scaling efforts.​ Users and developers can now explore Linea's ecosystem and contribute to its growth.​

Stay tuned for updates on Linea's performance and adoption in the coming weeks.​

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