Second-Layer Solutions
By CoinGecko | Updated on Mar 03, 2020
A set of solutions built on top of a public blockchain to extend its scalability and efficiency, especially for micro-transactions or actions. Examples include: Plasma, TrueBit, Lightning Network, and more.
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