Layer by Layer Issue 46: Cosmos, Solana, and NEAR

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 As L1 ecosystems continue to become more interconnected, teams in the Cosmos ecosystem are taking a variety of approaches to address the problem of fragmented liquidity.  The Solana network is nearing the release of a critical upgrade that promises to significantly improve its ability to handle user demand. Meanwhile, the Near ecosystem is seeing a spike in usage after the launch of its step-to-earn protocol Sweat Economy