Ethereum layer 2 bridging up sixfold year-on-year in Q1 — Alchemy
Layer 2s also saw increased development activity, with year-over-year smart contract deployment increasing by 160%.
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Layer 2s also saw increased development activity, with year-over-year smart contract deployment increasing by 160%.
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