Layer 1
Discover foundational Layer 1 blockchain protocols powering decentralized applications and digital asset economies securely.
Top gainers this week
Top losers this week
$NEAR · 7 days on top this week
$IOTX -63 places this week
$MITO +33 places this week
$AEON climbed 27 places this week
$LATT sank to a 10 gem score this week
A standout this week: $NEAR reached a gem score of 83
67 tokens rose and 53 fell this week
Up 62 places this month, $YELLOW is gaining ground
Frequently asked questions
How has Layer 1 performed recently?
Over the past 7 days, the Layer 1 category showed mixed breadth with 67 tokens up and 53 down, led by NEAR Protocol (NEAR) holding the top score of 82.5923 and a 7-day streak leader status, while MITO (MITO) climbed 33 ranks. Looking at the 30-day window, momentum broadened significantly with 91 tokens up versus 29 down, where NEAR Protocol (NEAR) maintained its dominance as the 30-day streak leader with a score of 82.5923 and Yellow (YELLOW) surged 62 ranks.
What is a Layer 1 blockchain?
A Layer 1 blockchain is the underlying base network architecture, such as Ethereum or Bitcoin, that processes and finalizes transactions on its own mainchain without needing another network.
How do Layer 1 tokens accrue value?
Layer 1 tokens typically accrue value through utility fees paid for transaction execution, network security via staking, and usage as the native medium of exchange within the ecosystem.
What is the difference between Layer 1 and Layer 2?
Layer 1 refers to the base settlement and consensus layer, whereas Layer 2 refers to secondary scaling protocols built on top of Layer 1 to increase transaction speed and lower costs.