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1d: +0.34%
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$104,786.00
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1d: +0.65%
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$2,529.81
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1d: -1.70%
7d: -13.53%
$3.67
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1d: -0.90%
7d: -9.69%
$147.39
-0.90%
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$2.17
+0.06%
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1d: +0.33%
7d: -11.16%
$0.00001171
+0.33%

Layer-1

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Table of contents
    1. 0.2. Core Role in Blockchain Ecosystems
    2. 0.4. Why It’s Important

Layer-1 refers to the base blockchain architecture where core transactions and smart contracts are executed. Examples include Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. These networks maintain their own consensus mechanisms, security protocols, and native tokens.

Core Role in Blockchain Ecosystems

Layer-1 blockchains are responsible for validating transactions, securing the network, and hosting decentralized applications. They form the groundwork upon which Layer-2 solutions and other enhancements are built to improve scalability and performance.

Why It’s Important

Layer-1 protocols are the backbone of blockchain functionality. Their design affects transaction speed, fees, and decentralization—making them central to the blockchain’s reliability and innovation potential.