What if a Layer 1 blockchain could handle 130,000 transactions per second without compromising security or relying on complex Layer 2 solutions? Starcoin 2.0 turns this vision into reality.
The L1 Scalability Challenge
Historically, Layer 1 (L1) blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum prioritized security and decentralization over speed. Bitcoin, designed for trustlessness, manages just 7 transactions per second (TPS), while Ethereum tops out at 15 TPS. This trade-off birthed early blockchain systems but left them ill-equipped for mass adoption.
To address this, many L1s turned to Layer 2 (L2) solutions — rollups, state channels, sidechains — to boost throughput. While effective, as seen in Ethereum’s growing L2 ecosystem, this approach introduces complexity, delayed finality, and hidden costs like bridging fees. Starcoin 2.0 takes a different path: solving scalability natively at the base layer.
Starcoin 2.0’s Innovations
Starcoin is the first modular Proof-of-Work (PoW) L1 built on Move, a secure programming language from Libra/Diem. With Starcoin 2.0, we’ve reengineered the base layer for unparalleled scalability through three breakthroughs:
- FlexiDAG: Our pioneering Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) integrates with PoW, enabling parallel block processing — like a multi-lane highway for transactions. In testing, FlexiDAG delivers 130,000 TPS, outpacing Solana’s 65,000 TPS while retaining PoW’s decentralization.
- TurboSTM: This engine supercharges smart contract execution by running multiple contracts simultaneously, not sequentially. TurboSTM eliminates bottlenecks during high on-chain activity, ensuring instant transaction speeds and no delays.
- Modularity: Starcoin’s modular architecture dynamically allocates resources, letting independent components scale independently. This simplicity powers higher TPS without the overhead of external solutions.
Why It Matters
Unlike Ethereum’s L2-heavy approach or BNB Chain’s centralized compromises, Starcoin 2.0 offers native scalability without sacrificing security. These innovations deliver:
- No L2 Complexity: Avoid the risks and costs of bridging assets between layers.
- Developer Freedom: Build high-performance dApps — like AAA games or DeFi platforms — directly on L1, no optimization for L2s needed.
- Superior User Experience: Cheap, fast transactions enhance adoption, from gamers to everyday users.
Imagine a decentralized game with thousands of players, or a DeFi app with no gas fee spikes — Starcoin makes this possible.
Summary
Starcoin 2.0 redefines L1 scalability, blending Move’s security, PoW’s decentralization, and cutting-edge speed. By tackling scalability at its core, we eliminate L2 dependencies, paving the way for simpler, more accessible blockchain innovation. Ready to build or explore? Join us and dive into our whitepaper today.
About Starcoin
Starcoin provides the utmost security from the origin via its enhanced PoW consensus and Secure smart contract, using the language of Move. Through layered and flexible interoperability, it optimizes the building of ecosystems such as DeFi, NFTs, Gaming, etc., with higher efficiency and convenience. This process redefines value by empowering every participant in the ecosystem to enjoy the multiplication of values.
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