Description
Ink is a Layer 2 blockchain built by Kraken powered by the OP Stack. It connects Kraken’s 10+ million users to decentralized finance (DeFi), offering easy access to DEXs, lending, and yield protocols. By joining the Superchain, Inkchain combines Ethereum’s security with Layer 2 scalability for a streamlined DeFi experience.
Overview
Superchain Status
Green
Charter
Standard
Stage
Stage
1
Expand Details
Projects

NFTs2Me

NFTs2Me is a multichain, no-code platform that allows creators to easily build, deploy, and manage NFT collections. It simplifies the entire NFT lifecycle, offering tools for generative art creation, IPFS storage, and customizable minting options. The platform is self-funded, does not have a formal governance process, and has not yet issued a token. NFTs2Me aims to make NFT creation accessible to everyone, regardless of technical expertise.

NFT Market

Velodrome

Velodrome Finance is an automated market maker (AMM) and integrates features from Curve, Convex, and Uniswap to establish itself as the primary liquidity hub for OP Mainnet. It boasts unique functionalities like a self-optimizing liquidity flywheel and NFTs representing liquid locked positions, directing 100% of protocol incentives and fees to its voters.

DEX

Blockscout

Blockscout is an open-source blockchain explorer designed for Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-based networks. It provides users with a comprehensive interface to search transactions, view account balances, verify and interact with smart contracts, and engage with decentralized applications across various Ethereum networks, including mainnets, testnets, sidechains, and Layer 2 solutions. Unlike centralized, closed-source explorers, Blockscout offers transparency and flexibility, supporting hundreds of chains and rollups within the broader blockchain ecosystem, such as Ethereum, Cosmos, Polkadot, Avalanche, and Near.

Analytics

PWN

PWN is a universal, peer-to-peer lending and borrowing protocol that enables users to leverage any standard on-chain asset as collateral while maintaining full control over loan terms.

Lending

Ionic Money

Ionic is a non-custodial money market protocol offering unparalleled control and security to its users through a code-centric governance model. Ionic differentiates itself with a novel Point System, rewarding users for contributing to the ecosystem without issuing a conventional token. This system encourages engagement through lending, borrowing, and referrals, with varying points potential for different activities. The project is entirely self-bootstrapped, relying on its resources for development without external funding. This approach underlines Ionic's commitment to innovation and self-sustainability in the competitive DeFi landscape.

Lending

Comet Protocol

Comet Protocol is a cross-chain communication aggregator designed to seamlessly connect Ethereum, Bitcoin, and other Layer 1 blockchains. Inspired by the enduring nature of comets, the protocol aims to enable secure, continuous, and uninterrupted asset transfers across multiple blockchain networks. Its mission is to foster an interconnected and scalable blockchain ecosystem, breaking down barriers between isolated networks to accelerate decentralized finance adoption. The project is currently self-funded and does not have a formal governance process in place. Comet Protocol has not yet issued a token, with the tokenomics still in development.

Bridge
Programs
Art
Developers
General
Growth
RPGF
Superchain
Users
Ventures
Ended
Ended
Soon
Live
Live
8M OP
Retro Funding: Dev ToolingRetro Funding: Dev ToolingRetro Funding: Dev ToolingRetro Funding: Dev ToolingRetro Funding: Dev Tooling

Retro Funding: Dev Tooling

Wed
Feb 5
Thu
Jul 31

The Retro Funding: Dev Tooling program rewards open-source toolchain software that supports onchain application development on the Superchain, with a budget of up to 8M OP and monthly rewards from March to July 2025.

Ended
Ended
Soon
Live
Live
8M OP
Retro Funding: Onchain BuildersRetro Funding: Onchain BuildersRetro Funding: Onchain BuildersRetro Funding: Onchain BuildersRetro Funding: Onchain Builders

Retro Funding: Onchain Builders

Tue
Feb 18
Thu
Jul 31

Retro Funding: Onchain Builders rewards projects driving cross-chain interoperability on OP Chains, with up to 8M OP

Ended
Ended
Soon
Live
Live
9.5M OP
Gov Fund Incentives S7Gov Fund Incentives S7Gov Fund Incentives S7Gov Fund Incentives S7Gov Fund Incentives S7

Gov Fund Incentives S7

Mon
Apr 7
Thu
Jul 31

Earn OP and other rewards from top protocols across the Superchain. Browse some of the best opportunities and start earning.

Ended
Ended
Soon
Live
Live
XP
SuperStacksSuperStacksSuperStacksSuperStacksSuperStacks

SuperStacks

Wed
Apr 16
Mon
Jun 30

SuperStacks is an experimental pilot campaign designed to show how the Superchain can create a more connected onchain experience.

Events
Ended
Ended
Soon
Live
Live
Backers & Builders by Kraken & InkBackers & Builders by Kraken & InkBackers & Builders by Kraken & InkBackers & Builders by Kraken & InkBackers & Builders by Kraken & Ink

Backers & Builders by Kraken & Ink

Wed
Feb 18
Ink

Featured in ETHDenver 2026 Official Side Event Calendar Backers & Builders by Kraken & Ink Feb 18 Wednesday 18 February 12:00 - 17:00 GMT-7 Register to See Address Denver, Colorado Registration Approval Required Your registration is subject to host approval. Welcome! To join the event, please register below. Jash jash@kolektivo.co Request to Join About Event ​Backers & Builders is a curated ETHDenver side event for early-stage and late-stage protocol founders and serious builders, not conference noise.

In-Person
Denver
USA
Online
OP Mainnet

OP Mainnet

OP Mainnet, previously known as Optimism, is a Layer 2 scaling solution built on top of Ethereum. It utilizes optimistic rollups to provide faster and cheaper transactions while maintaining the security of the Ethereum mainnet.

General
Unichain

Unichain

Unichain is an L2 purpose-built for DeFi, exclusively on the OP Stack. Unichain is part of the Superchain’s path to interoperability, and will support ERC20s that are Superchain interop compatible. Uniswap Labs is also working with Flashbots to develop a new TEE-based block builder that reduces Unichain confirmation times from 1 second to 250 milliseconds.

Finance
Soneium

Soneium

Soneium is a Layer 2 blockchain developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs, a joint venture between Sony Group and Startale. Designed to bridge Web2 and Web3, Soneium aims to create a versatile, developer-friendly ecosystem that empowers creativity and innovation. It provides a scalable, accessible platform for developers, creators, and communities, enabling them to build and deploy applications that blend entertainment, gaming, finance, and more.

Creator
Mode

Mode

Mode Network is a Layer 2 solution built using the OP Stack, designed to foster growth and collaboration within the DeFi space. As a part of the Superchain, Mode aims to create an ecosystem where developers and users are rewarded for their contributions, enhancing the overall network's scalability and efficiency.

Finance