Understanding App-Specific Rollup Protocols
As the competition between Ethereum layer-2 networks intensifies, you may be wondering about the unique features, use cases, and strategies for attracting more users to Web3. In Episode 36 of , Elisha Owusu Akyaw (GhCryptoGuy) explores app-specific rollup protocols with Cartesi co-founders Colin Steil and Erick de Moura.
The Cartesi team created their network to address computational scalability and programmability limitations. They allow developers to build exclusive rollup chains for their applications, claiming that this uniqueness is the solution to scalability issues during peak periods.
De Moura emphasizes the importance of app-specific rollups in dealing with scalability issues. When multiple apps compete for block space and users try to get transactions into the blockchain, fees can skyrocket and become unpredictable. This makes it difficult for some applications to attract and retain users, as users are only willing to pay high fees for specific applications.
Multiple Layer-2 Networks on Ethereum
The Cartesi team believes that there are more layer-2 protocols on Ethereum than necessary, but they argue that this will change as specific protocols create network effects and attract more users.
Hot Take: The Future of Layer-2 Networks
It’s clear that app-specific rollup protocols hold promise for addressing scalability issues in Web3 applications. As the competition among layer-2 networks continues, it will be interesting to see which protocols gain traction and attract more users in the evolving landscape of Ethereum’s ecosystem.
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