Layer 1s

In a decentralized ecosystem, Layer 1 is the term used to describe the underlying main blockchain architecture or base layer network.

Examples of Layer 1 blockchains include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Solana, Terra and Avalanche. Check out our extensive resources on Layer 1s in the crypto space.

BTC

Bitcoin is the world’s first successful decentralized cryptocurrency and payment system, launched in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto.

ETH

Ethereum is open access to digital money and data-friendly services for everyone – no matter your background or location.

LUNA

Terra (LUNA) is a public blockchain protocol that emerged from Terra Classic. Terra Classic is home to the algorithmic stablecoin TerraClassicUSD (UST).

AAVE

Aave is a decentralised non-custodial liquidity market protocol where users can participate as depositors or borrowers.

AVAX

AVAX is the native token of the Avalanche blockchain, which uses smart contracts to support a variety of blockchain projects.

LINK

ChainLink works by connecting the blockchain ecosystem to external applications to work seamlessly in a decentralised infrastructure.

ATOM

Cosmos is a distributed ledger technology that allow different blockchain platforms to communicate and exchange data.

CRO

Crypto.com is on a mission to accelerate the world's transition to cryptocurrency with the Crypto.com App, Exchange & Defi App.

SOL

Solana is a blockchain platform designed to host decentralized, scalable applications which process more transactions with lower fees.

FTM

Fantom is a proof-of-stake Layer-1 blockchain founded by computer scientist and ex-CEO Dr. Ahn Byung Ik in 2018 and launched on December 2019.

CRO

Cronos (CRO) is the native chain of Crypto.com, a cryptocurrency exchange that offers products along three verticals – payments, trading and financial services.