Layer 1 L1

Layer 1 blockchains (L1) form the core of the crypto ecosystem, serving as the base protocols where transactions are validated, blocks are produced, and decentralized applications are deployed. Prominent examples include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Avalanche - each defining new standards in scalability, security, and decentralization. In 2025, Layer 1 crypto networks continue to evolve through upgrades like sharding, rollups, and consensus optimization, ensuring faster and more cost-efficient performance. These base-layer blockchains not only secure the ecosystem but also host thriving DeFi, NFT, and gaming projects that drive user adoption. As the competition between Layer 1 coins intensifies, the focus shifts to interoperability, energy efficiency, and ecosystem growth. Understanding Layer 1 tokens helps investors and developers navigate how the entire blockchain stack operates from consensus mechanisms to on-chain governance. L1s remain the foundation upon which the decentralized future is being built.

#Coin NamePriceAction
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BitcoinBTC
$67,550.00
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EthereumETH
$2,051.34
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BNBBNB
$616.93
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SolanaSOL
$83.79
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TRONTRX
$0.32
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HyperliquidHYPE
$38.51
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Bitcoin CashBCH
$455.70
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CardanoADA
$0.25
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MoneroXMR
$334.83
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CantonCC
$0.15
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LitecoinLTC
$54.14
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MemeCoreM
$2.33
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HederaHBAR
$0.09
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AvalancheAVAX
$8.85
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ZcashZEC
$225.19
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SuiSUI
$0.87
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BittensorTAO
$320.32
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ToncoinTON
$1.24
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CronosCRO
$0.07
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Pi NetworkPI
$0.18
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NEAR ProtocolNEAR
$1.20
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Ethereum ClassicETC
$8.21
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Internet ComputerICP
$2.25
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KaspaKAS
$0.03
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AptosAPT
$0.94
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AlgorandALGO
$0.08
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FlareFLR
$0.00780
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FilecoinFIL
$0.84
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XDC NetworkXDC
$0.03
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Provenance BlockchainHASH
$0.01
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VeChainVET
$0.00674
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FasttokenFTN
$1.09
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ChilizCHZ
$0.04
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TezosXTZ
$0.35
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DecredDCR
$20.93
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SeiSEI
$0.05
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GnosisGNO
$120.79
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InjectiveINJ
$2.90
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KiteKITE
$0.16
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KaiaKAIA
$0.05
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CelestiaTIA
$0.30
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Unit BitcoinUBTC
$76,498.00
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IOTAIOTA
$0.06
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PlasmaXPL
$0.09
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StoryIP
$0.54
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OnyxcoinXCN
$0.00506
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Sonic (prev. FTM)S
$0.04
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Theta NetworkTHETA
$0.15
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ZanoZANO
$9.93
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GALAGALA
$0.00288
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QubicQUBIC
$9.91e-7
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eCashXEC
$0.00000670
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Ozone ChainOZO
$0.13
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VaultaA
$0.07
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WEMIXWEMIX
$0.26
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ArweaveAR
$1.73
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MultiversXEGLD
$3.82
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BerachainBERA
$0.45
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0G0G
$0.48
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INIINI
$0.11
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dYdXDYDX
$0.10
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OasisROSE
$0.01
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CreditcoinCTC
$0.14
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KeetaKTA
$0.15
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CoinExCET
$0.03
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DigiByteDGB
$0.00404
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NexpaceNXPC
$0.28
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AIOZ NetworkAIOZ
$0.06
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Mina ProtocolMINA
$0.05
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RoninRON
$0.09
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aelfELF
$0.08
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AstarASTR
$0.00749
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ZetaChainZETA
$0.05
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EntangleNTGL
$0.0000966
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KavaKAVA
$0.05
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PolymeshPOLYX
$0.04
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MANTRAOM
$0.01
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VerusVRSC
$0.69
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ConcordiumCCD
$0.00462
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PlumePLUME
$0.01
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DUSKDUSK
$0.11
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NanoXNO
$0.41
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VeThorVTHO
$0.000535
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Casper NetworkCSPR
$0.00324
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ChiaXCH
$2.67
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AtomOneATONE
$0.38
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FlowFLOW
$0.03
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ALEOALEO
$0.05
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ZIGChainZIG
$0.03
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Enjin CoinENJ
$0.02
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VanaVANA
$1.27
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UCHAINUCN
$386.52
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ConstellationDAG
$0.00928
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SKALESKL
$0.00582
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CoreCORE
$0.03
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Omni Network [Old]OMNI
$0.66
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Quai NetworkQUAI
$0.03
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Mango NetworkMGO
$0.02
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HarmonyONE
$0.00214
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HiveHIVE
$0.06
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Layer 1 blockchain?

Layer 1 is the base blockchain layer where transactions occur and blocks are validated directly on-chain.

Which are the top Layer 1 crypto projects?

Ethereum, Bitcoin, Solana, Avalanche, and Cardano are leading Layer 1 networks.

How does Layer 1 differ from Layer 2?

Layer 1 handles core blockchain operations, while Layer 2 builds on top to improve speed and scalability.

Why are Layer 1 tokens valuable?

They secure the network, enable staking, and often power decentralized applications.

What’s next for Layer 1 blockchains in 2025?

Expect greater interoperability, sustainability, and support for cross-chain ecosystems.

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