Base is a layer-2 blockchain on Ethereum developed by Coinbase exchange based on Optimism's OP Stack technology.
Base was introduced as a secure, low-cost and developer-friendly solution. Base's vision is to be one of the best places for developers to build DApps on Ethereum.
Highlights of Base
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Security Similar to other layers-2, Base also inherits security from Ethereum, while also receiving the best security standards from Coinbase. This helps users to safely operate on Base without having to worry about security issues.
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Easy to use and low cost Because of EVM compatibility, Base allows developers on Ethereum and other blockchains to easily build DApps on top of their ecosystem. In addition, using Optimism's OP Stack technology, Base is able to provide low-cost and high-speed transactions.
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Open source Base is built with decentralized, open source and permissionless features in mind, Base Development Team is participating in the development of Optimism as Core Dev for the MIT-licensed OP Stack. Show Less