Lisk ¹

What is Lisk?

Former JavaScript blockchain that pivoted to become an L2 focused on bringing crypto to emerging markets. The key difference: While other L2s fight for Silicon Valley users, Lisk targets Africa and Southeast Asia where low fees actually matter for daily use.

Best for: Building for emerging markets, RWA tokenization projects, developers needing grants and support.

Technical: OP Stack rollup optimized for low-cost transactions, part of the Optimism Superchain.

• Security & Data Availability

  • Standard optimistic rollup with 7-day withdrawal period
  • Centralized sequencer with decentralization roadmap
  • Fault proofs implementation planned
  • Secured by Ethereum L1 via fraud proofs

• Infra & Execution

  • Built on OP Stack, fully EVM-compatible
  • Part of Optimism Superchain for cross-chain composability
  • Transitioned from JavaScript L1 to EVM for broader compatibility
  • Transaction fees under $0.01

• Performance

  • Standard L2 throughput and latency
  • Low congestion due to early-stage adoption
  • Growing through targeted incentive programs
  • African Blockchain Incubation Hub supporting local builders

• Use Cases

  • Emerging market solutions: Focus on real problems in Africa/Southeast Asia
  • RWA tokenization: Partnerships with Backed and Obligate
  • Builder programs: 3.65M LSK grants with 95% going directly to developers
  • Financial inclusion: Low fees enable microtransactions and remittances

• Trade-offs

  • Still building ecosystem after L1-to-L2 transition
  • Emerging markets focus means different growth trajectory
  • Competing with other OP Stack chains for developers
  • Success depends on adoption in target regions

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