Layer by Layer Issue 37: Harmony, BNB Chain, and Polkadot

Quick Take In this weekly series, we dive into some of the most interesting data and developments across the Layer 1 blockchain landscape, from DeFi and bridges to network activity and funding The recent exploit of the Harmony Horizon bridge has had rippling effects in the Harmony ecosystem, which now faces a steep uphill climb to recovery BNB Chain teams continue to look for ways to strike the ideal balance between decentralization and growth, while Polkadot and Kusama parachains have begun to establish cross-chain communication channels with increasing frequency