Solana Co-Founder Toly Proposes “Meta Blockchain” to Optimize Cross-Chain Data Availability
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko (Toly) has introduced a new concept called “Meta Blockchain” that aims to increase interoperability and cost efficiency between blockchain ecosystems.
In a proposal, Toly described Meta Blockchain as a mechanism for publishing data across multiple chains, including Ethereum, Celestia, and Solana, and then combining that data into a single, ordered sequence using a predefined set of rules.
This approach aims to enable developers and applications to dynamically use the most cost-effective data availability (DA) layer at any given moment without relying on a single blockchain.
Unified Data Layer
Meta Blockchain acts as a decentralized cross-chain journal by aggregating data sent to various chains and transferring it to a consistent ledger, creating a shared layer for sorting and validation.
This could significantly reduce costs by allowing users and developers to leverage cheaper DA solutions based on fluctuations in market conditions, which is a growing concern on networks like Ethereum due to variable gas fees.
“Instead of having to choose between chains for DA, Meta Blockchain can allow applications to adapt in real time and use the cheapest or most convenient DA layer available,” Toly said in its announcement.
The concept has generated early interest among Layer 1 and Layer 2 developers, particularly those working on modular blockchain architectures. Projects like Celestia, which specializes in data availability, and rollups that rely on Ethereum for settlement could benefit from integration into a unified framework that increases scalability without sacrificing decentralization.
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