MegaETH Launches Public Testnet, Pushing the Boundaries of Ethereum Scaling
Unlike the widely accepted “rollup-centric” approach that relies on Layer 2 solutions, MegaETH aims to provide a standalone, high-throughput blockchain capable of handling transactions at unprecedented speeds.
The protocol boasts an impressive capacity of 20,000 transactions per second (TPS) with 10-millisecond block times. For comparison, Solana theoretically supports up to 65,000 TPS but operates at an average real-world throughput of about 1,500 TPS, according to CoinGecko.
How MegaETH Differs from Traditional Scaling Solutions
While MegaETH still offloads execution from Ethereum’s base layer—similar to Optimistic and ZK-rollups—it utilizes alternative data availability solutions like EigenDA and specialized sequencers to process transactions in parallel. This approach aims to maximize efficiency while maintaining Ethereum’s robust security model.
The long-term goal is to scale even further, reaching 100,000 TPS with sub-millisecond latency. If successful, this would set a new benchmark for blockchain transaction speeds.
Backed by Industry Giants and Major Funding Rounds
MegaETH has attracted strong backing from leading figures in the Ethereum ecosystem. In June 2024, the project secured $20 million in seed funding at a “nine-figure” valuation, with contributions from Ethereum co-founders Vitalik Buterin and Joseph Lubin. Additional funding efforts raised $10 million via the Echo fundraising platform, along with $13 million worth of ETH through NFT sales.
Early Adoption and Real-World Applications
Several blockchain applications have already begun testing on the MegaETH network. Among the early adopters are trading platforms GTE and Infinex, which are leveraging the testnet to explore its capabilities.
As MegaETH continues its development, its ambitious vision of becoming a high-performance Ethereum scaling solution could reshape the blockchain landscape, challenging the dominance of Layer 2 rollups and setting new standards for speed and efficiency.
Editorial Team
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