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    7/7/2025 00:00 UTC

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Network and Governance

      Optimism is a collective of companies, communities, and citizens working together to build a sustainable future for Ethereum. It uses a human-centric governance model where members decide how the network’s economy, technology, and governance develop.

      Scalability and Transactions

      Optimism is an "Optimistic Rollup" that helps Ethereum scale by processing transactions faster and cheaper on its own layer while still relying on Ethereum’s security. It allows users to send tokens and messages between Optimism and Ethereum easily.

      Node Operation and Staking

      Token holders can run nodes and stake their tokens to help maintain and decentralize the network. This shows commitment to the network’s health and security.

      Ecosystem and Apps

      Optimism supports a wide range of decentralized apps (dApps), wallets, and DeFi tools. It enables developers to build and deploy smart contracts with lower fees and faster confirmation times.

      Public Goods and Rewards

      The network rewards people and projects that create positive impact through Retroactive Public Goods Funding, encouraging growth and innovation within the ecosystem.

      Last Updated: 5/29/2025 02:01 UTC
    • Pros

      • Faster and Cheaper Transactions: Optimism significantly reduces transaction fees and speeds up processing compared to Ethereum’s mainnet.
      • Ethereum Compatibility: It works seamlessly with Ethereum, allowing developers to use existing tools and smart contracts.
      • Scalability: Optimism helps Ethereum handle more transactions at once by bundling them off-chain and settling on-chain later.
      • Strong Support: Backed by experienced developers and a growing community, it has solid technical and financial backing.
      • Governance Model: Uses a two-house system promoting fair and inclusive decision-making.

      Cons

      • Centralization Concerns: Uses a single sequencer to order transactions, which may raise questions about control and decentralization.
      • Withdrawal Delays: Moving assets back to Ethereum mainnet can take longer due to security checks.
      • Competition: Faces strong competition from other Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum and zk-rollups.
      • Limited Smart Contract Features: Some advanced smart contract capabilities are still evolving on Optimism.
      • Technology Still Developing: Features like cross-chain interoperability and the “Superchain” are in progress and not fully realized yet.
      Last Updated: 5/29/2025 02:02 UTC
    • Founders of Optimism

      • Jinglan Wang: Founder and CEO, known for her work in blockchain and Ethereum scaling solutions.
      • Benjamin Jones: Co-founder involved in the early development of Optimism.
      • Karl Floersch: Co-founder, contributed to the technical foundation of the project.
      • Kevin Ho: Co-founder, associated with OP Labs, the development entity behind Optimism.

      These four individuals started Optimism in 2019 in New York City.

      Last Updated: 5/29/2025 02:02 UTC
    • Key Investors in Optimism

      • Andreessen Horowitz (a16z): A major venture capital firm known for backing blockchain projects.
      • Paradigm: A leading crypto investment firm focused on blockchain technology.
      • Spark Capital: An investment firm involved in early-stage funding.
      • IDEO CoLab Ventures: A venture fund investing in blockchain and crypto startups.
      • Huobi Ventures: The investment arm of the Huobi crypto exchange.
      • Andromeda Capital, Apollo Crypto, Compa Capital, Hashkey Capital, HTX Ventures: Other notable investors supporting Optimism.

      These investors have participated in multiple funding rounds, including a significant $150 million Series B round in 2022.

      Last Updated: 5/29/2025 02:02 UTC
    • Halal Status of Optimism

      Yes, Optimism is generally considered halal. It functions as a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, focusing on faster and cheaper transactions without involving interest (riba) or prohibited activities. Its token is mainly used for governance and value transfer, aligning with Islamic finance principles.

      Last Updated: 5/29/2025 02:02 UTC

    Description

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    Optimism is a layer 2 scaling solution that uses Optimistic rollups to bundle transactions and post them on Ethereum mainnet. Optimism is cheaper and faster than Ethereum, and compatible with Ethereum apps.

    Sector: Layer 2
    Blockchain: Optimism

    Market Data

    Rank: 99
    Volume: 128M
    Marketcap: 953M
    Fully Diluted Value: 2.3B
    Circulating Supply: 41%
    11M 528K/632K
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