OKX has officially launched X Layer, its ZK-powered Layer 2 (L2) network, on the public mainnet. Formerly known as X1, this Ethereum-compatible solution leverages Polygon CDK to offer high performance, robust security, and low-cost transactions.
Key Features of X Layer
✅ 100% EVM Compatibility: Seamless integration with Ethereum-based dApps.
✅ ZK-Proof Security: Enhanced scalability and transaction integrity.
✅ Multi-Wallet Support: Compatible with OKX Wallet, MetaMask, Particle Network, and imToken.
✅ OKB Utility: Native token OKB powers network gas fees.
Bridging Liquidity and Users
X Layer connects to Polygon’s ecosystem via AggLayer, a protocol designed to unify liquidity across blockchains.
"X Layer solves liquidity fragmentation, enabling interconnected growth across chains."
— Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon
Explosive Ecosystem Growth
Since its November 2023 beta, X Layer has attracted 200+ dApps, including:
- The Graph
- Curve
- QuickSwap
- LayerZero
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The Future of Web3 Onboarding
With 50 million+ users poised to migrate, X Layer aims to be a hub for the digital economy, offering:
- Unified liquidity
- Near-instant transactions
- Seamless asset bridging via OKX Exchange and OKX Web3 Wallet
FAQ
Q: What makes X Layer different from other L2s?
A: Its ZK-proof technology and integration with AggLayer ensure scalability and liquidity unity.
Q: How do I pay for transactions?
A: Use OKB, OKX’s native token.
Q: Which wallets support X Layer?
A: OKX Wallet, MetaMask, Particle Network, and imToken.
Why This Matters: OKX joins Coinbase (Base) and Kraken in the exchange-led L2 race, pushing Ethereum scalability forward.