ChainCatcher message, the Layer 2 network Ink under the encrypted trading platform Kraken announced on social media that it has launched fault proof and Phase 1. The following features are supported:Self-withdrawal of assets to Ethereum;Review and challenge rollup transactions on Ink;The security committee will protect assets in case of disputes.

ChainCatcher news, the decentralized data storage project Akave has completed a $3.45 million funding round, with participation from Protocol Labs, Blockchange VC, Lightshift, and Blockchain Builders Fund. This funding will be used to accelerate Akave's development in on-chain data management.Akave has launched the Yucca testnet, open to early testers, for exploring on-chain data storage and programmability. As a hot storage Layer 2 solution for Filecoin, Akave provides tools for enterprises, AI companies, and DePIN developers to move beyond traditional cloud storage, build on-chain data lakes, and promote the development of data ownership and new data monetization models.In addition, the Filecoin L2 project Storacha has also announced the launch of its Alpha version network for the Filecoin ecosystem, focusing on high-performance hot storage, primarily targeting high-demand application scenarios such as gaming, AI, and DePIN. Storacha was founded by core developers of IPFS and Filecoin, dedicated to providing a distributed storage experience comparable to traditional S3.

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, Ethereum Name Service (ENS) parent company ENS Labs plans to launch its own L2 network Namechain, expected to go live around the end of 2025.ENS Labs Chief Operating Officer Katherine Wu stated that Namechain will utilize Zero-knowledge Rollups technology to accelerate blockchain transactions and reduce execution costs by compressing the amount of on-chain data published. This technology allows Namechain to process and execute transactions outside of the Ethereum mainnet while maintaining Ethereum's full security.

ChainCatcher news, Bitcoin L2 interoperability layer Map Protocol completes $1 million strategic financing, with Gryps participating. The new funds will be used to enhance the functionality of Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions.It is reported that MAP Protocol was established in 2019, utilizing ZK light client technology as a gateway for developers and users within the Bitcoin ecosystem.

ChainCatcher news, Bitcoin Layer2 network Stacks co-founder Muneeb Ali posted on the X platform: "We have established a new Stacks entity 'Bitcoin L2 Labs', which has secured $20 million in funding, focusing on core development. Adriano DiLuzio (formerly a member of Algorand Labs) will serve as Chief Technology Officer and lead the development of Stacks core and SBTC."

ChainCatcher message, Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik stated on social media: "Spent a lot of time studying Bitcoin's Layer 2 network (L2). I think we have found the winner. Stay tuned."

ChainCatcher news, the re-staking protocol Swell announced on X that the SWELL token will be re-staked through Symbiotic to provide security for Swell L2 infrastructure services, such as Rollup ordering, oracles, and cross-chain bridging. In return, re-staking participants will receive rSWELL, thereby accumulating Symbiotic points and future staking rewards.Previous news, the re-staking protocol Swell Network announced that SWELL claims will open on November 7 at 17:00, and revealed the SWELL token economic model.

ChainCatcher message, The Fintech Fund partner Nik posted on platform X: "The Alliance team consistently has outstanding DeFi research and data, and I want to highlight their latest trend report. I found the following three insights to be the most interesting:The share of DeFi developers in the U.S. continues to shrink compared to Asia and Africa. I believe this trend will continue as the opportunities to improve the lack of or non-existent financial rails become more apparent.Infrastructure, DeFi, payments, and AI x Crypto are becoming increasingly popular. DAOs and NFTs are declining.Base's L2 is rapidly becoming the developers' preferred choice."

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, the Bitcoin Layer2 project BOB has announced its integration into Optimism's Superchain ecosystem, becoming the first Bitcoin-native project integrated into this ecosystem.BOB has received a grant of $870,000 from the Optimism Foundation. This ecosystem has previously attracted Coinbase and Kraken to join, building its independent blockchain through the OP Stack toolkit.

ChainCatcher news, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has changed his stance on Bitcoin and announced that Cardano L1 will transform into Bitcoin L2.

ChainCatcher news, a16z engineer @NoahCitron stated on the X platform that Helios is becoming a multi-chain light client for Ethereum. Light clients are the foundation for Ethereum's scalability. The future with thousands of Rollups seems not far off, and as we get closer to this goal, Rollup interoperability will become increasingly important.Vitalik responded that this is an important step, with subsequent steps including: integrating Helios (or alternatives) into user wallets, putting L2 configurations on-chain, and establishing verification rules for L2 configuration specification state proofs. Once completed, it will enable universal light client validation for both L1 and L2.

ChainCatcher message, released by BOB, a hybrid L2 project driven by Bitcoin and Ethereum, publishes the Hybrid L2 white paper.Hybrid L2 is a brand new model that combines the security of Bitcoin with the innovation of Ethereum DeFi, ultimately making Bitcoin the core of the entire DeFi ecosystem. BOB's hybrid L2 design aims to fundamentally change the way Bitcoin is used in DeFi finance, with its ultimate form inheriting Bitcoin's security and supporting trustless Bitcoin deposits and withdrawals.

ChainCatcher news, Bitcoin L2 protocol GOAT Network announced the launch of its testnet and the introduction of the Founders Club program on the X platform.According to the team: "The Founders Club program provides innovators with a pathway to shape the future of the GOAT ecosystem. Members can choose between three different plans tailored to various stages of project development (from conception to adoption). Founders can apply as individuals or teams, participate in project building challenges, or collaborate on existing projects."GOAT Network stated that Founders will interact with the GOAT developer team during weekly project office hours to receive support for improving and executing projects, ensuring that participants maximize their contributions.

ChainCatcher message, Manta Network officially launched the Expedition exploration event, encouraging users to cross-chain ETH from Scroll and other L2s to Manta, hold assets on the Manta chain, participate in DEX trading, and add LP to earn double points. The event lasts for 3 months, and at the end, the points will be exchanged for real MANTA token rewards.

ChainCatcher message, Vitalik replied to a user on X, stating: "For years, I have been talking about the need for lightweight clients (L1 and L2).I believe the solution will emerge when @NoahCitron Helios (or alternatives) creates a convenient JavaScript library to handle these things that wallets can easily import.Additionally, it is important for the configuration (config) of L2 to be moved on-chain, as this will make it easier for lightweight client state proof verification functionality to become part of the configuration, enabling a universal L2 lightweight client."