- Ronin plans to become an Ethereum Layer 2 network by Q2 2026.
- The transition aims to enhance security and scalability post-2022 hack.
- A $450 million TVL indicates strong institutional trust in this move.
Ronin, developed by Sky Mavis for Axie Infinity, is transitioning from an independent sidechain to an Ethereum Layer 2 rollup, prioritizing network security and scalability, with completion aimed for early 2026.
This migration impacts $450 million in Total Value Locked (TVL), bolstered by Coinbase and Compound participation, underscoring trust in Ethereum Layer 2’s secure, scalable architecture.
Ronin has announced its transformation into an Ethereum Layer 2 network to improve its security and scalability, officially stating plans to complete this transition by Q2 2026.
The migration aims to fortify network security post-2022 hack and enhance scalability for Web3 gaming, with broader implications for Ethereum’s ecosystem.
Ronin Targets 2026 for Layer 2 Rollup Completion
Ronin, developed by Sky Mavis, is transitioning from an independent sidechain to an Ethereum Layer 2 rollup , enhancing network security and interoperability by 2026.
Sky Mavis’s leadership includes Trung Nguyen, CEO, and Aleksander Leonard Larsen, COO, focusing on the evolving needs of blockchain gaming and network scalability.
$450 Million TVL Reflects Institutional Confidence
The shift involves $450 million in Total Value Locked (TVL), indicating strong institutional trust and strategic alignment within the broader Ethereum ecosystem.
The migration also introduces a new incentive structure focusing on developer rewards, potentially reshaping economic activities and aligning with Ethereum’s security frameworks. Ronin Team, Official Announcement, Ronin Network, “We’re excited to announce Ronin’s homecoming: our evolution into an Ethereum Layer 2 network, focused on security, scalability, and open ecosystem growth. Details on validator voting, partner proposals, and Ronin 2.0 are live in our new roadmap.”: source
2022 Hack Spurs Shift to Secure Architecture
Previous security breaches, such as the 2022 Ronin hack, prompted this strategic shift towards more secure architectures akin to solutions adopted by Polygon and Arbitrum.
Based on historical trends, such migrations tend to strengthen network resilience and offer improved scaling capabilities, drawing industry-wide support and potentially influencing future blockchain architectures.
