zkSync Launches Layer-3 Prototype to Enhance Ethereum Scalability
A new layer-3 prototype aimed at addressing Ethereum’s scalability issues is set for deployment in early 2023. zkSync, a provider of zero-knowledge blockchain solutions, announced its plans on October 10 to launch a new Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible layer-3 prototype called “Pathfinder” on testnet in the first quarter of 2023.
Building on Layer-2 Advances
zkSync has already made strides in scalability with its Layer-2 solution, launched in June 2020, and the upcoming zkSync 2.0 set to go live later this month. The new Layer-3 prototype will demonstrate a ZK rollup as a fractal Hyperchain, utilizing recursive scaling.
Limitless Performance Potential
While Layer 2 solutions are anticipated to achieve a performance increase of 10X to 100X, zkSync claims that Layer 3 will offer limitless performance potential. The aim is to create an ecosystem of customizable and interconnected blockchains powered by zkEVM, referred to as “HyperChains.”
Testing and Launch Plans
Steve Newcomb, Chief Product Officer at Matter Labs, noted that while the L2 solution brings enhancements, it is the L3 that will provide numerous performance boosts, making processes faster and cheaper for users. Following the launch of zkSync’s L2 mainnet, a testing period will occur, after which approximately 150 projects are expected to go live that will take advantage of the new network infrastructure.
Conclusion
As zkSync prepares to launch Pathfinder, the teams are keen on exploring its utility and performance enhancements across various metrics, including cost, ease of use, and composability for developers.
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