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What the Hell Are Layer2 Rollups? If you’ve spent any time in the Ethereum or blockchain space, you’ve probably heard the term “Layer 2” thrown around—often in the same breath as “rollups.” But what does it actually mean? Why is everyone so excited about it? And why should anyone building on blockchain care? The Problem: Ethereum’s Scaling Bottleneck Ethereum is the world’s most popular smart contract platform, but it’s not without its flaws. The biggest? Scalability. The base layer (Layer 1) can only handle about 15-30 transactions per second: When demand spikes, fees skyrocket and the network slows to a crawl. Not exactly the “world computer” we all dream about. ...

Why Blockchain? Why Now? After 20+ years as a CTO in traditional tech companies, including my current role at Worksuite and previous experience as VP Engineering at Nordcloud, I’ve decided to make a significant career pivot into the blockchain and Web3 space. Why it talks to me While I share the widespread excitement about cryptocurrency, my primary interest lies in blockchain technology itself. For me, blockchain represents the most thrilling technological advancement since the advent of public cloud computing. Its appeal stems from its transformative potential - not just as a technology, but as a force capable of reshaping societies. Blockchain enables a true prosumer (versus consumer) approach to computing and services, challenging the established hegemony of big tech companies. Moreover, it provides an investment platform with unprecedented equal access for all participants, democratizing financial opportunities in ways previously impossible. ...