Flashblocks and validation nodes aim to provide faster transactions and decentralized infrastructure on Unichain post-launch.
Uniswap Labs is making steady progress toward its goal of creating a more scalable and secure decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. As reported by CNF, Uniswap CEO Hayden Adams revealed last October the release of Unichain -- a DeFi-oriented Layer 2 solution developed on the OP Stack.
Promising a seamless cross-chain user experience, this ambitious project seeks to improve DeFi scalability by means of features like fast block formation and verifiable security procedures.
Uniswap Labs has now added further specifics on the roadmap for the public mainnet launch of Unichain set for early 2025. From day one, the developers have confirmed that permissionless fault proofs -- a key component for preserving network security and decentralization -- will be included.
This function guarantees that anyone may independently check on-chain operations, therefore strengthening user confidence in the platform. Starting with an upgrade to the Sepolia testnet on January 6, 2025, the launch will be conducted in phases.
Users are recommended not to make new withdrawals during this period, one week before the upgrade, since any outstanding transactions will have to be resumed following the upgrade.
Users will be able to access a range of DeFi apps developed on Unichain by bridging assets straight to the mainnet once it is live.
Looking ahead, Uniswap Labs has listed many improvements intended for 2025, including the launch of Flashblocks, which seeks to lower block times to only 250 milliseconds, so enabling almost instantaneous transactions.
The Unichain Validation Network will also welcome community involvement in running validation nodes, so distancing the infrastructure of the network.
Besides that, as we previously noted, previous projects of Uniswap v4 clearly show its dedication to security, including the $15.5 million bug bounty program meant to strengthen the basic contracts of the company. This proactive strategy captures the platform's commitment to protect its users and preserve the integrity of its ecology.
Especially, these initiatives complement the increasing popularity of its native token, UNI, which has jumped by 33.89% over the last 30 days. UNI is trading at $14.06 as of writing, with a market cap of about $8.4 billion. [mcrypto id="435421'']