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
-16398
EthereumETH
$2,051.34
-16397
BNBBNB
$616.93
-16396
SolanaSOL
$83.79
-16395
TRONTRX
$0.32
-16394
HyperliquidHYPE
$38.51
-16393
Bitcoin CashBCH
$455.70
-16392
CardanoADA
$0.25
-16391
MoneroXMR
$334.83
-16390
CantonCC
$0.15
-16389
LitecoinLTC
$54.14
-16388
MemeCoreM
$2.33
-16387
HederaHBAR
$0.09
-16386
AvalancheAVAX
$8.85
-16385
ZcashZEC
$225.19
-16384
SuiSUI
$0.87
-16383
BittensorTAO
$320.32
-16382
ToncoinTON
$1.24
-16381
CronosCRO
$0.07
-16380
Pi NetworkPI
$0.18
-16379
NEAR ProtocolNEAR
$1.20
-16378
Ethereum ClassicETC
$8.21
-16377
Internet ComputerICP
$2.25
-16376
KaspaKAS
$0.03
-16375
AptosAPT
$0.94
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AlgorandALGO
$0.08
-16373
FlareFLR
$0.00780
-16372
FilecoinFIL
$0.84
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XDC NetworkXDC
$0.03
-16370
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
-16363
GnosisGNO
$120.79
-16362
InjectiveINJ
$2.90
-16361
KiteKITE
$0.16
-16360
KaiaKAIA
$0.05
-16359
CelestiaTIA
$0.30
-16358
Unit BitcoinUBTC
$76,498.00
-16357
IOTAIOTA
$0.06
-16356
PlasmaXPL
$0.09
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StoryIP
$0.54
-16354
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
-16345
WEMIXWEMIX
$0.26
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ArweaveAR
$1.73
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MultiversXEGLD
$3.82
-16342
BerachainBERA
$0.45
-16341
0G0G
$0.48
-16340
INIINI
$0.11
-16339
dYdXDYDX
$0.10
-16338
OasisROSE
$0.01
-16337
CreditcoinCTC
$0.14
-16336
KeetaKTA
$0.15
-16335
CoinExCET
$0.03
-16334
DigiByteDGB
$0.00404
-16333
NexpaceNXPC
$0.28
-16332
AIOZ NetworkAIOZ
$0.06
-16331
Mina ProtocolMINA
$0.05
-16330
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
-16325
KavaKAVA
$0.05
-16324
PolymeshPOLYX
$0.04
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MANTRAOM
$0.01
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VerusVRSC
$0.69
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ConcordiumCCD
$0.00462
-16320
PlumePLUME
$0.01
-16319
DUSKDUSK
$0.11
-16318
NanoXNO
$0.41
-16317
VeThorVTHO
$0.000535
-16316
Casper NetworkCSPR
$0.00324
-16315
ChiaXCH
$2.67
-16314
AtomOneATONE
$0.38
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FlowFLOW
$0.03
-16312
ALEOALEO
$0.05
-16311
ZIGChainZIG
$0.03
-16310
Enjin CoinENJ
$0.02
-16309
VanaVANA
$1.27
-16308
UCHAINUCN
$386.52
-16307
ConstellationDAG
$0.00928
-16306
SKALESKL
$0.00582
-16305
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
-16301
HarmonyONE
$0.00214
-16300
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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