Monad: The Next-Gen Layer-1 Blockchain Platform

Friday, Jul 25, 2025 7:42 am ET1min read

Monad, a new layer-1 blockchain, will launch in September, promising to redefine scalability with 10,000 transactions per second and near-instant finality. Built in C++ and Rust, Monad supports top dApps like Uniswap and OpenSea, and integrates with popular wallets. With a capped token supply of 100 billion, Monad aims to offer a high-performance alternative to Ethereum's base layer. Backed by $225 million in funding from Paradigm, Monad promises full compatibility with Ethereum-based tools and smart contracts.

Monad: The Next-Gen Layer-1 Blockchain Platform