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
-18396
SolanaSOL
$83.79
-18395
TRONTRX
$0.32
-18394
HyperliquidHYPE
$38.51
-18393
Bitcoin CashBCH
$455.70
-18392
CardanoADA
$0.25
-18391
MoneroXMR
$334.83
-18390
CantonCC
$0.15
-18389
LitecoinLTC
$54.14
-18388
MemeCoreM
$2.33
-18387
HederaHBAR
$0.09
-18386
AvalancheAVAX
$8.85
-18385
ZcashZEC
$225.19
-18384
SuiSUI
$0.87
-18383
BittensorTAO
$320.32
-18382
ToncoinTON
$1.24
-18381
CronosCRO
$0.07
-18380
Pi NetworkPI
$0.18
-18379
NEAR ProtocolNEAR
$1.20
-18378
Ethereum ClassicETC
$8.21
-18377
Internet ComputerICP
$2.25
-18376
KaspaKAS
$0.03
-18375
AptosAPT
$0.94
-18374
AlgorandALGO
$0.08
-18373
FlareFLR
$0.00780
-18372
FilecoinFIL
$0.84
-18371
XDC NetworkXDC
$0.03
-18370
Provenance BlockchainHASH
$0.01
-18369
VeChainVET
$0.00674
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FasttokenFTN
$1.09
-18367
ChilizCHZ
$0.04
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TezosXTZ
$0.35
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DecredDCR
$20.93
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SeiSEI
$0.05
-18363
GnosisGNO
$120.79
-18362
InjectiveINJ
$2.90
-18361
KiteKITE
$0.16
-18360
KaiaKAIA
$0.05
-18359
CelestiaTIA
$0.30
-18358
Unit BitcoinUBTC
$76,498.00
-18357
IOTAIOTA
$0.06
-18356
PlasmaXPL
$0.09
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StoryIP
$0.54
-18354
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
-18345
WEMIXWEMIX
$0.26
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ArweaveAR
$1.73
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MultiversXEGLD
$3.82
-18342
BerachainBERA
$0.45
-18341
0G0G
$0.48
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INIINI
$0.11
-18339
dYdXDYDX
$0.10
-18338
OasisROSE
$0.01
-18337
CreditcoinCTC
$0.14
-18336
KeetaKTA
$0.15
-18335
CoinExCET
$0.03
-18334
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
-18329
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
-18318
NanoXNO
$0.41
-18317
VeThorVTHO
$0.000535
-18316
Casper NetworkCSPR
$0.00324
-18315
ChiaXCH
$2.67
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AtomOneATONE
$0.38
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FlowFLOW
$0.03
-18312
ALEOALEO
$0.05
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ZIGChainZIG
$0.03
-18310
Enjin CoinENJ
$0.02
-18309
VanaVANA
$1.27
-18308
UCHAINUCN
$386.52
-18307
ConstellationDAG
$0.00928
-18306
SKALESKL
$0.00582
-18305
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
-18301
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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