You may have seen these project names: Celestia, EigenLayer, Dymension, Avail...

They share a common characteristic: all advocate for 'modular blockchain'.

So what exactly is modularization? How does it differ from the Ethereum and Solana we are familiar with? Why has it suddenly become popular?

This article will tell you in the simplest way: what modular blockchain is, what problems it solves, and why capital is betting heavily on it. 'Follow for updates'

🧱 A one-sentence explanation of Modular Blockchain

Break down all the tasks that 'one blockchain' used to handle into several specialized small jobs.

Like a restaurant kitchen:

  • Traditional blockchains (like Ethereum) are like 'one person handling procurement, chopping, cooking, and delivering';

  • The logic of modular blockchains is: 'Procurement, preparation, cooking, delivery' are all broken down into specialized modules, done by different roles, leading to higher efficiency, greater output, and stronger specialization.

🔍 What are the 'modules' in blockchain?

🚗 A comparison: Traditional vs. Modular

  1. Rollup Explosion: More and more projects are choosing not to build L1, but instead use Rollup to create their own L2.

  2. Celestia Airdrop + Mainnet Launch: Brings a large amount of attention and users;

  3. EigenLayer Open Re-staking: Extends Ethereum security to other modules, igniting the topic of 'shared security modules';

  4. Lower Development Threshold: Modular chains provide developers with puzzle pieces for free combination, making it easier to build their own AppChain.

🤔 What are the risks of modularization?

  • Severe Fragmentation: Too many scattered projects, resulting in complex user experience;

  • Security Issues: Compatibility vulnerabilities may arise when combining different modules;

  • Sustainability Unknown: Rollup still relies on Ethereum for settlement and security anchoring, unable to be completely independent.

📈 How can novice users participate?

  • Pay attention to early ecological projects like EigenLayer, Celestia for airdrop or interaction opportunities;

  • Understanding the structure of module combinations helps to understand the logic of various future AppChain and Layer3 projects;

  • Do not blindly support 'certain chain modularization'; the core issue is whether the project can attract users and developers.

✅ Summary

  • Modular blockchain is an important direction for blockchain architecture upgrades, emphasizing 'specialized tasks for specialized roles';

  • It provides stronger support and scalability for Rollup, AppChain, and Layer3 projects;

  • Projects like Celestia, EigenLayer are currently the most representative models in the ecosystem;

  • But it is still in the early stages, and there is a long way to go for a truly 'user-friendly' implementation experience.

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