On October 17th, Scroll launched its Mainnet, processing over 100,000 transactions in the first week. With official incentives now in place, the ecosystem has rapidly expanded, reigniting interest in Layer 2 solutions.
What Is Scroll?
Founded in 2021, Scroll is an Ethereum-scaling zk-Rollup project designed to be fully EVM-compatible. Its mission is to deliver Ethereum-level security and usability while improving throughput, reducing gas fees, and accelerating verification.
- Pre-Alpha Testing: Began in August 2022.
- Alpha Testing: Deployed on Goerli in February 2023.
- Mainnet Launch: October 2023.
- Funding: $80M raised, led by Polychain Capital, with participation from Sequoia China and IOSG.
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The Founding Team
- Zhang Ye (Peking University) – Zero-knowledge proof researcher since 2018.
- Sandy Peng (Cambridge University) – Handles operations and financing.
- Shen Haichen (Tsinghua University) – Leads engineering and development.
Scroll’s Architecture
Built on three core components:
| Component | Role |
|-----------|------|
| Scroll Nodes | Sequencers, coordinators, and relayers process L2 blocks. |
| Rollers Network | Generates validity proofs for zk-Rollup. |
| Rollup Contracts | Manages L1-L2 bridging and verification. |
Block Finalization Process
- Precommitted: Sequencer forms blocks (unverified).
- Committed: Data published on Ethereum.
- Finalized: Proofs verified, blocks added to L2 chain.
The Scroll Ecosystem
Since Mainnet launch, 100+ projects have joined, including:
- DeFi: Cog Finance, Zada Finance.
- DEXs: Papyrus (AMM-based).
- NFTs & Domains: Scroll Name Service.
👉 Bridge Assets via Scroll’s Official Bridge
Key Products on Scroll
1. Zada Finance
- First DEX on Scroll.
- Features cross-order aggregation for lower fees.
2. Papyrus
- Embedded AMM for liquidity provision.
3. Cog Finance
- Decentralized lending with customizable collateral.
4. Scroll Name Service
- Web3 identity solution.
Tokenomics
Scroll has not yet released a token. However, speculation places its valuation at $1.8B.
Pro Tip: Engage with ecosystem projects (e.g., SynFutures, SpaceFi) for potential airdrops.
Conclusion
Scroll is emerging as a decentralized, EVM-compatible zk-Rollup leader. Its focus on ecosystem growth—through hackathons and partnerships—positions it for long-term success in Ethereum scaling.
Final Thought: As zk-Rollup adoption grows, Scroll’s blend of security and efficiency will be pivotal.
FAQs
Q1: How does Scroll reduce gas fees?
A: By processing transactions off-chain and submitting proofs to Ethereum.
Q2: Is Scroll fully decentralized?
A: Yes, unlike some competitors (e.g., Optimism’s initial design).
Q3: When will Scroll’s token launch?
A: No official date yet—stay updated via their blog.
Q4: What makes Scroll different from Polygon zkEVM?
A: Scroll emphasizes EVM equivalence, ensuring deeper compatibility.
Q5: Can I bridge assets back to Ethereum?
A: Currently, only one-way bridging (Ethereum → Scroll) is supported.