Developers now have the opportunity to access World Chain, the layer-2 project developed by Sam Altman’s team behind the Worldcoin protocol. The developer firm, Tools For Humanity, announced that World Chain is now open for select developers to apply, build, test, and provide feedback.
World Chain is built on Optimism’s OP Stack, a customizable toolkit that allows developers to create their own blockchains using Optimism’s technology. OP Stack has gained popularity for building layer-2 chains, as seen with Coinbase’s ‘Base’ network.
Remco Bloemen, the head of blockchain at the Worldcoin Foundation, praised the vision and dedication of the team behind World Chain, highlighting their experience in the field. While the exact timeline for the mainnet launch is not disclosed, World Chain is expected to open to users later this summer. Bloemen emphasized the importance of testing infrastructure before transitioning to the mainnet.
Additionally, the World Chain project will utilize Reth, a new Ethereum client software developed by venture capital firm Paradigm, in shadow mode. Tools for Humanity is dedicated to preparing Reth for the mainnet by committing engineering resources to the project. Reth is designed to be user-friendly, modular, fast, and efficient, catering to a broad user base including layer-2 networks like Optimism.
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Margaux Nijkerk, a reporter covering the Ethereum protocol and L2s, shared insights on the latest developments. With a background in International Affairs & Economics from Johns Hopkins and Emory universities, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the cryptocurrency industry. Nijkerk holds a small amount of ETH and other altcoins, providing a unique perspective on the market trends.
In conclusion, the accessibility of World Chain to developers marks a significant milestone in the evolution of layer-2 solutions. With the support of Tools for Humanity and the utilization of Optimism’s technology, World Chain is poised to offer a user-friendly and efficient blockchain network. As the project progresses towards the mainnet launch, developers have the opportunity to test their infrastructure and contribute valuable feedback to enhance the platform’s performance.