Base
Layer 2 blockchains
Base
Base is Coinbase's Ethereum layer-2 for low-cost onchain apps and payments.
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What is Base?
Base is an Ethereum layer-2 incubated by Coinbase and built on the OP Stack. Developers deploy Solidity contracts and onboard users through Coinbase Smart Wallet, while end users transact in seconds with sub-cent fees and Ethereum-level security. Base hosts a fast-growing consumer ecosystem spanning social, payments, and DeFi.
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