Arbitrum is a Layer 2 scaling solution that enhances Ethereum's capabilities through optimized performance and reduced costs. The platform hosts over 900 applications and maintains a $20.31 billion total value locked with 36.1% Layer 2 market share.
The ecosystem supports multiple use cases: bridge assets to access decentralized applications, deploy custom applications with faster execution times, or launch interconnected chains within the Arbitrum network. The platform features optimized block times, gas limits, and data storage designed for reliable user and developer experiences.
Key ecosystem applications include Robinhood's self-custody wallet, GMX perpetual exchange, Camelot DEX with custom liquidity infrastructure, and Magic Eden NFT marketplace. The network has processed 2.24 billion total transactions across 1.45 million active wallets.
Technical advantages include faster execution environments, modular architecture, enhanced developer experience, and robust security measures. Users have collectively saved 4.04 million ETH in transaction costs compared to Ethereum mainnet operations.
The platform operates through transparent governance where community members shape economic policies and technical development roadmaps, creating a collaborative environment for blockchain innovation.
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