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Synapse

What is Synapse?

Synapse is a widely used, extensible, and secure cross-chain communications network. It enables developers to build truly cross-chain applications using the Synapse Protocol.

Overview

Synapse revolutionizes blockchain interoperability by providing a comprehensive suite of tools and networks for cross-chain communication and asset transfers. It comprises four core components that work together to create a robust cross-chain ecosystem.

Key Components

  • Synapse Bridge: Enables bridging of stables & ETH between 20 chains.
  • Synapse Interchain Network (SIN): An optimistic proof-of-stake interchain network.
  • Synapse Chain: An Ethereum-based optimistic rollup built on the SYN OP stack.
  • Syn OP Stack: A natively interchain rollup stack, built on Optimism's OP Stack.

Synapse Interchain Network (SIN)

What is SIN?

An optimistic proof-of-stake interchain network enabling trustless communication & settlement between chains.

Key Features

  • Trustless: Maintains network security with a single honest actor.
  • Permissionless: Anyone can run an agent and support new chains.
  • Modular Security: Customizable optimistic period for different use cases.

Use Cases

Chain Abstraction

Interact with smart contracts and dApps on any connected chain without switching networks.

Unified Liquidity

Access total on-chain liquidity across multiple chains in a single transaction.

Interchain Connectivity

Seamlessly connect blockchains, allowing new chains to onboard users, assets, and call smart contracts on any chain.

Benefits

  • Enables truly cross-chain applications
  • Provides trustless and permissionless interchain communication
  • Supports a wide range of use cases with modular security
  • Facilitates unified liquidity across multiple chains
  • Simplifies blockchain interactions for users and developers

Synapse empowers developers to create innovative cross-chain applications while providing users with seamless access to assets and dApps across multiple blockchain networks.

Learn more at Synapse Protocol Documentation