In the race for the fastest blockchain, many networks have sacrificed security or decentralization. @undefined takes a different path by functioning as a Bitcoin-anchored Layer 1 with full EVM compatibility. By periodically anchoring state commitments to the Bitcoin blockchain, the network inherits a level of censorship resistance and security that most other "fast" chains simply cannot match.
At its core is the PlasmaBFT consensus mechanism, which allows for sub-second finality. For payments, certainty is more important than raw speed; you need to know that once a payment is "sent," it is final. This architecture is powered by the $XPL token, which is used for staking and securing the decentralized validator set. With the activation of staking delegation in early 2026, the barrier to participating in network security has been lowered, allowing more holders to earn rewards while contributing to the network's health. For developers, the use of Reth (a high-performance Rust-based execution engine) means they can deploy Ethereum-standard smart contracts without any friction. Whether you are a developer building the next generation of payment dApps or an investor looking for solid infrastructure, the technical foundation of @Plasma offers a rare combination of Bitcoin-level security and Ethereum-level flexibility.