{"/news-insights/metallicus-inc-announces-the-launch-of-metal-l2":{"version":1,"title":"Press Release - Metal L2","description":"Metallicus Inc. Announces the Launch of Metal L2, Expanding Its Ecosystem of Cutting-Edge Financial Products","keywords":"","h1":["Press Release"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Dec 22, 2023","Metallicus Inc. Announces the Launch of Metal L2, Expanding Its Ecosystem of Cutting-Edge Financial Products","San Francisco, CA – 12/22/2023 – Metallicus Inc., a leading innovator in the fusion of traditional finance and blockchain technology, today announced the launch of Metal L2, a significant enhancement to the Ethereum network as part of its mission to develop the most customer-centric digital asset banking network.","Metal L2 joins the company's suite of products as a compliant scaling layer for Ethereum and a participant in the Optimism Superchain. This new layer is engineered to work in harmony with the foundational Layer 0 (METAL) and Ethereum Layer 1 (ETH), providing a seamless transition point for fiat currency into the crypto sphere for both consumers and businesses.","\"Metal L2 is more than just a scaling solution—it's a commitment to the future of decentralized finance,\" said Marshall Hayner, CEO and co-founder of Metallicus Inc. \"With Metal L2, we're bridging the best of Ethereum with the vast potential of our Metal ecosystem.\"","Metallicus has been at the forefront of the digital finance revolution, providing a range of services that address the need for a secure, compliant, and user-friendly interface between the traditional and digital economies. The company's offerings include the Metal Pay platform, which simplifies cryptocurrency transactions for everyday users, and the Metal X App, a fully decentralized exchange supporting a variety of DeFi functions.","The announcement of Metal L2 is a continuation of the company's vision to ensure that financial operations on the blockchain are as secure and private as those in the traditional banking world. The platform is designed to maintain privacy and provide a secure digital identity, with a strong focus on compliance that rivals traditional financial systems.","Alongside its consumer-facing products, Metallicus has innovated the Metal Blockchain, a foundational Layer 0 technology that empowers banks and fintechs to create bespoke subchains. These subchains are designed for the secure and effective management and communication of assets. Recent integrations with industry leaders like Fiserv, Temenos, and Jack Henry underscore the practical applications of Metal Blockchain in the current financial services landscape, solidifying Metallicus' status as a pivotal developer in the blockchain domain.","\"We are not just building products; we are shaping an ecosystem where every element works in sync to provide the most comprehensive financial experience on the market,\" Hayner added. \"With Metal L2, Metal Pay, Metal X App, and our Metal Dollar stablecoin, we're offering an all-encompassing solution.\"","The launch of Metal L2 marks a pivotal moment for Metallicus as it continues to extend its influence and leadership in the world of finance. The company invites all interested parties to explore the capabilities and benefits of Metal L2 and join the ecosystem that is setting new standards for the future of finance.","For more information about Metal L2 and Metallicus Inc.'s full suite of products, please visit Metal L2's website.","About Metallicus Inc. Based in San Francisco, Metallicus Inc. is a blockchain and fintech company that is reshaping how consumers and businesses interact with financial services. With a team rich in both traditional finance and cutting-edge technology, Metallicus is dedicated to delivering solutions that prioritize security, compliance, and seamless user experiences.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/metallicus-inc-announces-the-launch-of-metal-l2"},"/news-insights/introducing-metal-l2-a-new-dawn-for-ethereum-scaling-and-compliance":{"version":1,"title":"Introducing Metal L2 - Metal L2","description":"Metal L2 is poised to redefine the Ethereum experience as a compliant layer for scaling, proudly participating in the Optimism Superchain.","keywords":"","h1":["Introducing Metal L2"],"h2":["A Vision for Ethereum’s Dominance","Metal Pay: A Unique L2 Candidate","The Future of Crypto: Regulated and Private","Decentralization and Interoperability","Metal Blockchain: Enabling Fintech and Banking Evolution","Expanding Corporate Solutions","Ushering in the Next Era of Crypto","Metal L2: A Hub of Innovation","Introducing Metal Dollar and Metal X Support","Governance and Rewards"],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Dec 22, 2023","Metal L2 is poised to redefine the Ethereum experience as a compliant layer for scaling, proudly participating in the Optimism Superchain.","At Metallicus, we've long held the belief that Ethereum stands as the dominant Layer 1 (L1) blockchain, evident from its significant share of the global total value locked. With numerous scaling solutions emerging, our attention has been captivated by Optimism and the potential of the Superchain.","Metal Pay offers a unique proposition with its fiat ramping capabilities, making it an ideal candidate for Layer 2 (L2) implementation. This is complemented by our index-based stablecoin, Metal Dollar XMD, our non-custodial wallet, WebAuth Wallet, and our decentralized trading platform, Metal X App.","Led by Marshall Hayner, we envision a crypto future regulated akin to traditional finance (TradFi). The industry is at a turning point, emphasizing decentralized identity (DID) as a priority. We're committed to maintaining privacy, mirroring the discreet nature of traditional finance within the transparent realm of blockchain.","Decentralization remains the heart of blockchain technology. Contrary to the belief that L2 solutions might centralize crypto, Metallicus has been dedicated to realizing a vision where Layer 0 (L0) and L2 coexist harmoniously, leading to a future rich in interoperability.","The Metal Blockchain, built upon the pioneering technology of Ava Labs, assists fintechs and banks in launching their custom subchains, which can interact and exchange assets through Warp Messaging, underscoring our commitment to innovation and seamless integration.","Metallicus is set to expand its offerings, enabling seamless flow from fiat to Metal L2, facilitating both consumer and business transactions. This expansion includes corporate Metal Pay accounts and cards, catering to the evolving needs of our users.","We stand at the brink of a new era for crypto. Through a series of significant developments, the gates to an enhanced blockchain experience have swung open. Metal L2's addition to the communities of Optimism Foundation and Build On Base will fortify the pillars of decentralized finance (DeFi).","With Metal L2's support, Metallicus will integrate with Ethereum, Optimism, and Base, offering a comprehensive suite of services including WebAuth Wallet and a secure, enclave-based web authentication process for Ethereum.","The Metal ecosystem will also welcome the Metal Dollar $XMD stablecoin onto the Ethereum, Metal L2, and Optimism Superchain networks, alongside Metal L2 support for the Metal X App.","Governance remains a cornerstone of our ecosystem. Metal DAO $MTL will oversee not only the governance of Metal Dollar $XMD but also of Metal L2 itself. We are excited to share more about the forthcoming rewards mechanisms, promising a future that's optimistic, open, and unmistakably Metal. Join us on this journey at Metal L2 as we embark on a mission to reshape the financial landscape. Stay tuned for more updates!","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/introducing-metal-l2-a-new-dawn-for-ethereum-scaling-and-compliance"},"/news-insights/press-release-metallicus-unveils-metal-l2-joining-the-optimism-superchain":{"version":1,"title":"Metallicus Unveils Metal L2 Joining the Optimism Superchain - Metal L2","description":"Metal L2 drives a pivotal integration through cutting-edge interoperability and groundbreaking banking solutions.","keywords":"","h1":["Metallicus Unveils Metal L2 Joining the Optimism Superchain"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","May 9, 2024","Metal L2 drives a pivotal integration through cutting-edge interoperability and groundbreaking banking solutions.","San Francisco, CA, May 9th, 2024 - Metallicus, a leader in compliant blockchain financial technology, has announced the launch of its Layer 2 banking solution, Metal L2, joining the Optimism Superchain alongside Coinbase’s ‘Base’ network, Worldcoin, Frax, and others.","Metal L2 uniquely positions itself within the ecosystem by providing direct connections to banks, payment partners, and comprehensive on-chain identity solutions—critical components necessary to scale in Web3 while maintaining rigorous compliance, a core part of Metallicus’s mission to ‘build the world’s most customer-centric digital asset banking network.’ In addition, Metal L2 brings a new type of stablecoin native to the ecosystem, Metal Dollar (XMD) which offers an index basket supporting instantaneous transfer between all major stablecoins and fiat ramps.","The connectivity is enabled through Metal L2’s interoperability with Metal Blockchain, a Layer 0 blockchain solution developed by Metallicus specifically for banks, credit unions, and financial institutions. This platform facilitates the development of blockchain-based use cases that are ready to comply with existing industry requirements, such as the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).","\"We're delighted to join the Optimism Superchain ecosystem with the launch of Metal L2,” said Marshall Hayner, CEO of Metallicus. “Our goal is to integrate our seamless fiat on-ramp, offering the lowest fees in the Superchain, and to connect the Metallicus banking network, bringing the worlds of decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional finance (TradFi) one step closer. Metal L2 enables any dApp or application built on the network  to instantly connect to the greater world of payments and banking.”","Metallicus is actively onboarding applications onto Metal L2, including DEXs, lending protocols, social networks, and more.","\"Building easy-to-use, customer-centric digital banking experiences is critical to driving blockchain finance forward and we’re thrilled that Metallicus is bringing their expertise in this space to the Superchain ecosystem,” said Ryan Wyatt, Chief Growth Officer at Optimism Unlimited. “Metal L2 is leveraging the battle-tested, open-source OP Stack codebase and contributing back to the Optimism Collective with their commitment to the Superchain.\"","The launch of Metal L2 follows the Metal Blockchain Banking Innovation Program’s recent success, which has attracted significant adoption from U.S. credit unions exploring blockchain use cases in the banking sector.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/press-release-metallicus-unveils-metal-l2-joining-the-optimism-superchain"},"/news-insights/mtl-migration":{"version":1,"title":"Metal DAO (MTL) Migration to the Metal L2 - Metal L2","description":"This transition marks a pivotal moment for Metal DAO, as MTL will migrate from Ethereum to Metal L2, offering improved scalability, efficiency, and functionality.","keywords":"","h1":["Metal DAO (MTL) Migration to the Metal L2"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Apr 22, 2024","This transition marks a pivotal moment for Metal DAO, as MTL will migrate from Ethereum to Metal L2, offering improved scalability, efficiency, and functionality.","Dear Metal DAO Community,","We are excited to share that the governance proposal we initiated within the Metal DAO has successfully passed on 04/06/2024.","The passed proposal, known as MIP-00, outlines our transition to Metal L2, which operates on the Optimism Superchain, akin to Base. This transition marks a pivotal moment for Metal DAO, as MTL will migrate from Ethereum to Metal L2, offering improved scalability, efficiency, and functionality.","Key Highlights of the Migration:","MTL v1 Token Snapshot on Ethereum Mainnet: We will be capturing a snapshot of the MTL v1 token on the Ethereum blockchain. We're currently in discussions with our exchange partners to coordinate a mutually suitable date. Rest assured, we'll announce the finalized date as soon as possible. Date: TBD.","Airdrop of MTL v2 Token on Metal L2 Mainnet: Following the snapshot event, we will conduct an airdrop of the MTL v2 token on the Metal L2 blockchain. Date: TBD.","Native Support for Metal L2 Mainnet Deposits and Withdrawals: As part of our commitment to providing seamless services to our users, we offer native support for deposits and withdrawals on the Metal L2 and Ethereum through the network bridge.","Current supported bridge assets: ETH, USDC, MTL","Metal L2 Blockchain is live on mainnet","The Metal L2 blockchain is already live on mainnet, allowing users to explore its features and capabilities. Instructions for accessing Metal L2 are provided below:","Network name: Metal L2","New RPC URL: rpc.metall2.com","Chain ID: 1750","Currency symbol: ETH","Block explorer: https://explorer.metall2.com","Thank you for your continued support and participation in the Metal DAO and Metal L2 ecosystem!","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/mtl-migration"},"/news-insights/velodrome-integrates-with-metal-l2":{"version":1,"title":"Velodrome Integrates with Metal L2 ‘The Banking Layer’ - Metal L2","description":"Velodrome, the largest native application on the Optimism stack, is integrating with Metal L2","keywords":"","h1":["Velodrome Integrates with Metal L2 ‘The Banking Layer’"],"h2":[],"h3":["A New Era of Liquidity","Innovative Solutions for the Superchain","Leadership Insights","Stay Tuned"],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","May 28, 2024","Velodrome, the largest native application on the Optimism stack, is integrating with Metal L2","Velodrome, the largest native application on the Optimism stack, is integrating with Metal L2, also known as \"The Banking Layer.\" This integration marks a significant milestone as Metal L2 joins the esteemed Optimism Superchain, alongside networks like Coinbase’s ‘Base,’ Worldcoin, and Frax.","Velodrome's core team successfully submitted a proposal to the Metal DAO, securing $MTL incentives aimed at bootstrapping deep liquidity pools on Metal L2. This strategic initiative will enhance the ecosystem with Velodrome’s proven MetaDEX technology, providing the substantial liquidity necessary for the development and growth of the Metal L2 chain.","Metallicus, the driving force behind Metal L2, is set to revolutionize the Superchain with its plug-and-play fiat on-ramp, Metal Pay Connect. This solution will enable any Optimism-based application to seamlessly onboard users with fiat, ensuring compliance and streamlining user experience through a white-label on-ramp. Additionally, Metallicus plans to deploy a suite of cutting-edge solutions for the Superchain, including:","WebAuthentication (WebAuthn) Wallet with WebAuth.com: This wallet leverages decentralized identity (DID) technology through Metal Identity, ensuring secure and efficient user authentication.","Metal Dollar (XMD): A reserve-backed stablecoin index designed to provide stability and reliability within the crypto market.","These innovations will bring enhanced connectivity to the Metallicus Digital Banking Network, bridging the gap between decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional finance (TradFi).","Marshall Hayner, CEO of Metallicus, expressed his enthusiasm about the integration: \"We're thrilled to welcome Velodrome to Metal L2. This integration aligns perfectly with our vision of building the most customer-centric digital asset banking network. By combining Velodrome's innovative DEX with our robust Layer 2 solutions, we are bridging the gap between DeFi and TradFi, creating a seamless experience for users.\"","Alex from Velodrome echoed this sentiment: \"Bringing Velodrome to Metal L2 is a significant step forward for our platform and the broader Superchain ecosystem. We are excited to serve as the central trading and liquidity hub for Metal L2 and to help bring their unique banking capabilities and Metal Pay’s fiat on-ramp to the broader Superchain.”","The integration of Velodrome with Metal L2 signifies a new chapter in the evolution of the Optimism Superchain. This partnership promises to enhance liquidity, improve user onboarding, and deliver innovative banking solutions, setting the stage for a more interconnected and efficient DeFi ecosystem.","Stay tuned to MetalL2.com for more updates on this exciting development and join us as we continue to drive the future of digital finance.","If you wish to speak with the team at Metal L2 about integrations and partnership opportunities please email paul@metallicus.com","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/velodrome-integrates-with-metal-l2"},"/news-insights/metal-l2-airdrop-complete":{"version":1,"title":"Metal L2 Airdrop Complete - Metal L2","description":"MTL V2 Token Airdrop completed on 26 June 2024 at 20:00 PST","keywords":"","h1":["Metal L2 Airdrop Complete"],"h2":[],"h3":["Key Highlights:","Supported wallets:","Supported exchanges:","Connection Details:","Contract Details:","Audit:","Original Proposal:"],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Jun 26, 2024","MTL V2 Token Airdrop completed on 26 June 2024 at 20:00 PST","Airdrop Date: Jun 26, 2024 at 20:00 PSTWe are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the MTL v2 token airdrop. All eligible wallets have now received their MTL v2 tokens on Metal L2 mainnet, marking a significant milestone in our journey towards enhancing the Metal ecosystem.","The snapshot was completed on 24 June 2024 at 20:00 PST. Metal L2 performed its smart contract upgrade and migration to the Metal L2 mainnet and then completed the airdrop today, 26 June 2024 at 20:00 PST.","Thank you to all of the exchanges that assisted with the upgrade.","If you are using a supported non-custodial wallet, you can simply switch networks and you will now see your MTL balance on the Metal L2 mainnet. The ratio from MTL v1 token to MTL v2 token is 1:1 from Ethereum mainnet to Metal L2.","Please read below if you need help connecting to the Metal L2 mainnet.","In addition to the completion of the airdrop, we are excited to share that the WebAuth Wallet Mobile App now supports the Metal L2 network. This integration brings a host of benefits to our users, including improved transaction speeds, lower fees, and seamless interoperability with the broader blockchain ecosystem.","Airdrop Completion: The airdrop for the upgraded MTL v2 token is now complete. Users holding MTL v1 tokens as of the snapshot date, captured at Ethereum block 20165873, have automatically received the new MTL v2 tokens in a 1:1 ratio on the Metal L2 mainnet.","WebAuth Mobile App Integration: The WebAuth Mobile App now supports the Metal L2 network, providing a more efficient and user-friendly experience. This update enhances security and performance, allowing users to manage their assets with greater ease and confidence.","Native Support:","WebAuth (Supported)","Metal Pay","Manual Entry:","MetaMask","Rainbow Wallet","Core Wallet","Crypto.com DeFi Wallet","Coinbase Wallet","Upbit - announcement","Binance - announcement","Gate.io - announcement","Bitrue - announcement","Metal X","Network name: Metal L2","New RPC URL: https://rpc.metall2.com","Chain ID: 1750","Currency symbol: ETH","Block explorer: https://explorer.metall2.com","MTL v1 token on Ethereum contract address: https://etherscan.io/token/0xF433089366899D83a9f26A773D59ec7eCF30355e","MTL v2 token on Metal L2 contract address: https://explorer.metall2.com/token/0xBCFc435d8F276585f6431Fc1b9EE9A850B5C00A9","MTL v2 token contract audit: https://migrate.metall2.com/Metal_L2_Audit.pdf","Metal DAO: https://x.com/marshallhayner/status/1773873539369910670","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/metal-l2-airdrop-complete"},"/news-insights/how-to-receive-the-mtl-airdrop":{"version":1,"title":"How to receive the Metal DAO (MTL) Airdrop - Metal L2","description":"To receive the airdrop, you must hold MTL in a non-custodial wallet or with an exchange that supports the airdrop.","keywords":"","h1":["How to receive the Metal DAO (MTL) Airdrop"],"h2":[],"h3":["How to Receive the MTL Airdrop on the Webauth Wallet","How to Receive the MTL Airdrop on Other Ethereum-Based Wallets","Exchanges that Support the MTL Airdrop:","Still got a question?"],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Jun 14, 2024","To receive the airdrop, you must hold MTL in a non-custodial wallet or with an exchange that supports the airdrop.","Snapshot Date: Jun 24, 2024 20:00 PST","Airdrop Date: Jun 26, 2024 20:00 PSTTo receive the airdrop on 26 June 2024, you must hold MTL in a non-custodial wallet or with an exchange that supports the airdrop before 24 June 2024. For security and ease, we recommend holding MTL on Webauth Wallet, developed by Metallicus, the team behind Metal L2.","Below are guides on how to receive the airdrop on the Webauth Wallet and other Ethereum-based wallets, along with a list of supporting exchanges. This list will be updated when exchanges confirm their support.","Download Webauth:","Available on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.","Create Your Webauth Account:","Creating your account is easy and straightforward. If you prefer to follow a guide, you can find it here.","Verify Your Identity:","Visit the Metallicus Identity website and select to connect with Webauth.","Follow the detailed guide for verification if you need further guidance.","Deposit MTL:","Open the wallet and locate the network selector at the top. Switch to the Ethereum network.","Click on the Receive button","Select Ethereum and click on the copy icon or Share Your Address button to copy the deposit address.","Go to the withdrawal page of your exchange/service/wallet, paste the copied address, and send MTL to this address.","Alternatively, you can also deposit MTL to the XPR Network in WebAuth Wallet, where it is listed under the ticker XMT. If you hold XMT during the snapshot, you will not receive an airdrop. However, you will be able to withdraw directly to the Metal L2 network, eliminating the need for an airdrop.","Webauth will natively support the Metal L2 network, allowing you to switch to the Metal L2 network once the network has been integrated. Thus there will be no need to add the network manually. Your MTL balance will appear on the Metal L2 mainnet automatically.","For supported non-custodial wallets, simply switch networks after the airdrop, and your MTL balance will appear on the Metal L2 mainnet. Use the following details to manually add the Metal L2 network:","Supported Wallets:","MetaMask","Rainbow Wallet","Core Wallet","Crypto.com DeFi Wallet","Coinbase Wallet","Connection Details:","Network Name: Metal L2","New RPC URL: https://rpc.metall2.com","Chain ID: 1750","Currency Symbol: ETH","Block Explorer: https://explorer.metall2.com","Upbit - announcement","Binance - announcement","Gate.io - announcement","Bitrue - announcement","Metal X","The Metallicus Client Services team is always on hand if you need any assistance. Available 24/7, and always human.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/how-to-receive-the-mtl-airdrop"},"/news-insights/drpc-becomes-an-official-rpc-endpoint-provider-for-metal-l2":{"version":1,"title":"dRPC Becomes an Official RPC Endpoint Provider for Metal L2 - Metal L2","description":"Expanding accessibility, reliability and scalability of Metal L2.","keywords":"","h1":["dRPC Becomes an Official RPC Endpoint Provider for Metal L2"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":["What is Metal L2?","The Role of dRPC in Metal L2","dApps Like Velodrome Leveraging dRPC on Metal L2","How to Add Metal L2 to MetaMask Using dRPC","How This Partnership Benefits Users","Looking Ahead"],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Sep 6, 2024","Expanding accessibility, reliability and scalability of Metal L2.","We are excited to announce that dRPC has become an official RPC (Remote Procedure Call) endpoint provider for Metal L2, also known as The Banking Layer on the Optimism Superchain. This partnership plays a crucial role in enhancing the accessibility, reliability, and scalability of the Metal L2 network, further bridging the gap between decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional finance (TradFi) ecosystems.","Metal L2, also known as The Banking Layer, connects the Optimism Superchain directly to The Digital Banking Network (TDBN) by Metallicus. TDBN is an on-chain network of traditional financial institutions that provides seamless fiat onramps through Metal Pay Connect. Metal L2 facilitates easy movement between traditional finance and decentralized finance (DeFi) within the Superchain ecosystem while supporting token transactions on the Ethereum network. This infrastructure bridges fiat currency with digital assets, linking the DeFi world with on-chain traditional financial institutions.","As Metal L2 continues to expand, the need for efficient, secure, and scalable infrastructure is more critical than ever. This is where dRPC comes in.","dRPC is a leading provider of fast, secure, and decentralized RPC endpoint services, allowing applications to interact with blockchain networks in real time. By offering dedicated RPC endpoints for Metal L2, dRPC will help enhance the network’s performance, ensuring faster and more reliable interaction between DeFi applications, wallets, and Metal L2 nodes.","With dRPC’s infrastructure, Metal L2 developers, users, and financial institutions benefit from:","Increased Performance: dRPC delivers lightning-fast response times, enabling developers to build highly responsive applications.","Enhanced Reliability: dRPC's decentralized design minimizes downtime risks, ensuring uninterrupted access to Metal L2.","Improved Security: dRPC adheres to rigorous security standards, safeguarding transaction integrity and user data.","A significant advantage of this partnership is its impact on decentralized applications (dApps) building on Metal L2. One such dApp is Velodrome, a well-known DeFi protocol offering a decentralized exchange and liquidity layer, which will soon deploy on Metal L2.","By using dRPC's optimized RPC endpoints, Velodrome and other dApps will operate with enhanced speed, reliability, and security. This will translate into faster transaction times, better liquidity provisioning, and more efficient interactions with tokens on the Ethereum network, making it easier for users to leverage both DeFi and TradFi services.","If you're ready to start interacting with Metal L2 through MetaMask, here's how to add the network either automatically or manually:","Login to MetaMask and open the network dropdown menu.","Click \"Add Network.\"","Scroll to the bottom of the page and select \"Add a network manually.\"","Enter the following details:","Network Name: Metal L2 Mainnet","New RPC URL: https://metall2.drpc.org","Chain ID: 0x6d6","WebSocket (WSS URL): wss://metall2.drpc.org","Alternatively, you can visit the Metal L2 Chainlist Page for testnet RPC endpoints or click the \"Add to wallet\" button to add the network automatically.","This collaboration between dRPC and Metal L2 delivers a more resilient and efficient infrastructure for users and developers alike. Expect faster transaction speeds, lower latency, and more reliable access to the Metal L2 ecosystem, allowing seamless movement between fiat and digital assets, all while participating in the broader DeFi landscape.","Developers, on the other hand, will benefit from access to high-quality, easily integrated RPC endpoints, simplifying the process of building on Metal L2 and scaling their decentralized applications.","The integration of dRPC as an RPC endpoint provider for Metal L2 marks a major step forward in the ongoing development of the Metal Blockchain ecosystem. As Metal L2 grows, dRPC will play a pivotal role in supporting the network's infrastructure, ensuring a seamless, secure, and scalable blockchain experience for users and developers.","With dApps like Velodrome set to launch, the Metal L2 ecosystem is primed for growth and innovation. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance Metal L2’s capabilities, solidifying its position as the key bridge between TradFi and DeFi.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/drpc-becomes-an-official-rpc-endpoint-provider-for-metal-l2"},"/news-insights/metal-dao-migration-guide":{"version":1,"title":"Metal DAO Migration Guide - Metal L2","description":"Metal DAO (MTL) is performing a smart contract upgrade on June 24th. Please read the guide to ensure that you are successfully included in the airdrop.","keywords":"","h1":["Metal DAO Migration Guide"],"h2":[],"h3":["TLDR;","Introduction to Metal L2","Metal DAO Governance Proposal MIP-001","Metal DAO","Metal Ecosystem Support","3rd Party Exchange Support","Still got a question?","The Technical Details","Migration Details:","Supported wallets:","Supported exchanges:","Connection Details:","Contract Details:","Audit:","Original Proposal:"],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","May 29, 2024","Metal DAO (MTL) is performing a smart contract upgrade on June 24th. Please read the guide to ensure that you are successfully included in the airdrop.","Metal DAO is performing a smart contract upgrade on June 24th, and we want to ensure that the transition is seamless for all wallets holding the Metal DAO (MTL) token. We recommend that you read the guide below to ensure you are included in the airdrop on June 26th.","Snapshot Date: Jun 24, 2024 at 20:00 PSTAirdrop Date: Jun 26, 2024 at 20:00 PST","Important InformationThis is the only official MTL v2 Airdrop. Always be sure to check official contract addresses at metall2.com, and never connect your wallet to 3rd party applications outside of the Metallicus Ecosystem.","The Metal L2 mainnet was deployed on March 29th as an Ethereum scaling solution designed to be interoperable with the Metallicus Digital Banking Network, bridging a network of traditional financial institutions to the Optimism Superchain. This is made possible by the seamless interoperability with Metal Blockchain, the foundational layer 0 also deployed by Metallicus. With this integration, Metallicus is bringing a suite of BSA-compliant (Bank Secrecy Act) blockchain solutions to the Superchain, including their fiat on-ramp with Metal Pay, decentralized on-chain identity (DID) with Metal Identity, a digital WebAuthentication (Webauthn) wallet with WebAuth.com, and a reserve-backed stablecoin index with Metal Dollar (XMD).","Recently the Metal DAO governance proposal, MIP-001, was passed via governance vote on April 5th 2024 (https://gov.xprnetwork.org/communities/4/proposals/66075c8986e4fa65cc3f49ad) With overwhelming support from the Metal DAO community, the network begins its transition from the Ethereum mainnet to Metal L2, while creating a grants pool for contributors on Metal L2 and continuous funding for sequencer maintenance and core tools.","The Metal DAO (MTL) was originally founded in 2018. As the governance token of the Metal ecosystem, it allows holders to vote on governance decisions. The first governance proposal to successfully pass quorum included launching the mainnet and allocating funds for core development and development grants. Since then, Velodrome, the largest DEX on the Optimism Superchain, has submitted a governance proposal for integration and incentives. The Metallicus team is collaborating closely with others in the Superchain ecosystem to bring the Digital Banking Network to more users.","If you are holding Metal DAO (MTL) on Metal Pay, WebAuth, or Metal X, you do not need to take any action, as you will automatically be included in the snapshot. If you do not have any of these natively supported solutions, you can download the self-custody WebAuth wallet and migrate any Ethereum-based MTL tokens to it. As always, double-check the address when sending from a centralized exchange to WebAuth.","We are working closely with exchanges that currently support MTL v1 to ensure a seamless airdrop process. We will include the exchanges that officially announce support for the migration in the list of ‘Supported Exchanges’ below.","The Metallicus Client Services team is always on hand if you need any assistance. Available 24/7, and always human.","Metal L2 will be performing its smart contract upgrade and migration to the Metal L2 mainnet on June 24th at 20:00 PST. At this time, a snapshot will be taken of the Ethereum blockchain for all MTL tokens originating from contract (0xF433089366899D83a9f26A773D59ec7eCF30355e).","An airdrop will occur on the Metal L2 mainnet on June 26th at 20:00 PST, at which point the airdrop for the upgraded MTL token, originating from contract (0xBCFc435d8F276585f6431Fc1b9EE9A850B5C00A9), will commence.","If you are using a supported non-custodial wallet, you can simply switch networks after the airdrop, and you will see your MTL balance on the Metal L2 mainnet. The ratio from MTL v1 token to MTL v2 token is 1:1 from Ethereum mainnet to Metal L2.","Native Support:","WebAuth (Supported)","Metal Pay","Manual Entry:","MetaMask","Rainbow Wallet","Core Wallet","Crypto.com DeFi Wallet","Coinbase Wallet","Upbit - announcement","Binance - announcement","Gate.io - announcement","Bitrue - announcement","Metal X","Network name: Metal L2","New RPC URL: https://rpc.metall2.com","Chain ID: 1750","Currency symbol: ETH","Block explorer: https://explorer.metall2.com","MTL v1 token on Ethereum contract address: https://etherscan.io/token/0xF433089366899D83a9f26A773D59ec7eCF30355e","MTL v2 token on Metal L2 contract address: https://explorer.metall2.com/token/0xBCFc435d8F276585f6431Fc1b9EE9A850B5C00A9","MTL v2 token contract audit: https://migrate.metall2.com/Metal_L2_Audit.pdf","Metal DAO: https://x.com/marshallhayner/status/1773873539369910670","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/metal-dao-migration-guide"},"/news-insights/metal-l2-granite-network-upgrade-mainnet-release-alert":{"version":1,"title":"Metal L2 Granite Network Upgrade Mainnet Release Alert - Metal L2","description":"Important: This is a mandatory upgrade - Deadline: September 10","keywords":"","h1":["Metal L2 Granite Network Upgrade Mainnet Release Alert"],"h2":[],"h3":["📢 Granite Network Upgrade Mainnet Release Alert:","Activation Date/Time: 1726070401 - Wed 11 Sep 2024 16:00:01 UTC"],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Aug 31, 2024","Important: This is a mandatory upgrade - Deadline: September 10","op-node/v1.9.1 and op-geth/v1.101408.0","This is a mandatory upgrade for Metal L2 & OP Stack Mainnet Chain Nodes and to support the Granite hard fork.","op-node: https://github.com/ethereum-optimism/optimism/releases/tag/v1.9.1","op-geth: https://github.com/ethereum-optimism/op-geth/releases/tag/v1.101408.0","All node operators must update their mainnet nodes by September 10 to be ready for the September 11 activation and avoid a chain split.","-- Chains in the Superchain Registry – OP Mainnet, Base, Metal L2, Mode, Zora, Lyra, Orderly, and Race – will activate automatically using the registry.","-- Chains not in the registry will need to set and coordinate their hardfork time. This can be timed to the OP Mainnet time (Aug 12, 1600 UTC).","-- All chains and operators should alert their node providers of the hardfork so they update in time and, if necessary, set the time manually.","The mainnet activation time is:","Wed 11 Sep 2024 16:00:01 UTC Official Notice from Optimism: https://docs.optimism.io/builders/notices/granite-changesExchanges and operators can contact the Metal L2 team if you have any questions.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/metal-l2-granite-network-upgrade-mainnet-release-alert"},"/news-insights/metal-l2-holocene-network-upgrade-mainnet-release-alert":{"version":1,"title":"Metal L2 Holocene Network Upgrade Mainnet Release Alert - Metal L2","description":"Important: This is a mandatory upgrade - Deadline: January 9 2025","keywords":"","h1":["Metal L2 Holocene Network Upgrade Mainnet Release Alert"],"h2":[],"h3":["📢 Holocene Network Upgrade Mainnet Release Alert","🗓️ Activation Date/Time:Thu 9 Jan 2025 18:00:01 UTC (1736445601)","Details:","Mandatory Update:","Superchain Activation:","Upgrade Highlights:"],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Dec 14, 2024","Important: This is a mandatory upgrade - Deadline: January 9 2025","op-node/v1.10.2 and op-geth/v1.101411.4","This is a mandatory upgrade for Metal L2 & OP Stack Mainnet Chain Nodes to support the Holocene hard fork.","op-node Release: v1.10.2","op-geth Release: v1.101411.4","All node operators must update their mainnet nodes by January 8 to ensure readiness for the activation and to avoid chain splits.","Networks activating automatically: Base, OP, Orderly, Lyra, Metal L2, Mode, Zora","Other mainnet chains: Must opt into superchain activation times by setting their superchain_time.","Stricter and simpler block derivation pipeline","EIP-1559 configurability for more flexible gas parameters","Updates to the Fault Proof program and MIPS contracts","📖 Full details in the Holocene Upgrade Documentation.","For any questions, exchanges, or operators, contact the Metal L2 team.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/metal-l2-holocene-network-upgrade-mainnet-release-alert"},"/news-insights/introduction-to-velodrome-on-metal-l2":{"version":1,"title":"Introduction to Velodrome on Metal L2 - Metal L2","description":"A quick overview and guide on how Velodrome works.","keywords":"","h1":["Introduction to Velodrome on Metal L2"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Jan 15, 2025","A quick overview and guide on how Velodrome works.","Velodrome on Metal L2 is a decentralized exchange designed for fast, low-cost trading and liquidity opportunities. It combines automated market maker pools with governance incentives, making it easy to earn rewards—especially now that it’s live on Metal L2.","As a community, we’re initially focusing our efforts on the vAMM-WETH/MTL pool. This pair is generally less volatile and simpler to manage, making it an ideal place for newcomers to get started. When you provide tokens like WETH and MTL to this liquidity pool, you receive LP tokens representing your share and earn fees whenever traders swap against your pool or you can then stake these LP tokens to earn xVELO over time.","You’re able to bridge your xVELO to Optimism Mainnet and convert it into VELO, the utility token for Velodrome. Alternatively, you can hold on to your xVELO, provide liquidity in the xVELO/WETH pool, or swap it for another asset if a swap is available. Once you have VELO on Optimism, you can lock it to obtain veVELO, which grants you governance power to vote on how Velodrome’s token emissions are distributed. This voting power is crucial because veVELO holders decide which pools receive extra rewards each week.","By directing emissions to the vAMM-WETH/MTL pool, you can boost rewards for both yourself and other liquidity providers. Metal DAO may also offer MTL incentives or “bribes” to voters who support MTL-based pools, meaning you can earn MTL simply by participating in governance. The step-by-step process looks like this: first, provide WETH and MTL liquidity on Metal L2 under the vAMM-WETH/MTL pool and stake your LP tokens on the Velodrome Dashboard. Over time, you’ll accumulate xVELO. Then bridge xVELO to VELO on Optimism on the Swap page. Next, lock your VELO to gain veVELO voting power. Finally, vote for the vAMM-WETH/MTL pool, and once weekly incentives are allocated, you can claim the MTL and other rewards you’ve earned.","Always remember to keep enough ETH on Metal L2 and Optimism to cover transaction fees, manage your risk carefully by only investing amounts you’re comfortable with, and follow Metal L2 and Velodrome’s official channels for updates on bridging xVELO, newly incentivized pools, and any additional rewards.","This is not financial advice; always do your own research and assess the risks before participating in DeFi.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/introduction-to-velodrome-on-metal-l2"},"/news-insights/metal-l2-grant-fund":{"version":1,"title":"Metal L2 Grant Fund - Metal L2","description":"For Innovative DApps and Projects","keywords":"","h1":["Metal L2 Grant Fund","Metal L2 Grant Fund for Innovative DApps and Projects"],"h2":[],"h3":["A Vision for a Scalable Future","Why a Grant Fund?","Why Metal L2 Network?","Successful Proposals: Leading the Way","Join the Movement: Apply for the Grant Fund","What We're Looking For:","How to Apply:"],"h4":["Access to the Metallicus Digital Banking Network:","Comprehensive Developer Stack:","Scalability and Interoperability:","Community and Support:"],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Jul 3, 2024","For Innovative DApps and Projects","Hey Metal Community,","We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new Grant Fund aimed at driving the growth and innovation of decentralized applications (DApps) and projects on Metal L2. As part of our commitment to fostering a vibrant and dynamic ecosystem, we are providing substantial $MTL incentives to support the development and deployment of cutting-edge solutions on Metal L2.","At Metallicus, we envision a future where traditional finance seamlessly integrates with blockchain technology. Metal L2, our Layer 2 scaling solution built on the Optimism Superchain, is a significant step towards this vision. By leveraging Optimistic Rollups, Metal L2 addresses Ethereum's scalability challenges, offering faster and cheaper transactions while maintaining robust security.","Deep liquidity and robust infrastructure are the cornerstones of a thriving DeFi ecosystem. Our grant fund aims to incentivize projects that can bring these elements to Metal L2. By providing $MTL incentives, we want to bootstrap liquidity, encourage innovative solutions, and ensure the sustainable growth of our ecosystem.","Joining the Metal L2 ecosystem offers unparalleled advantages for developers and projects.","Metallicus is the core developer of the Metallicus Digital Banking Network, an interoperable system consisting of Layer 0, Layer 1, and Layer 2 blockchain solutions. The Layer 0 EVM-compatible Metal Blockchain enables financial institutions to create their own private subnets while maintaining seamless connectivity with the Metallicus Digital Banking Network. Designed to meet existing industry requirements like BSA compliance, it provides a robust foundation for financial institutions. By integrating with Metal L2 (The Banking Layer), you can connect to the broader Metallicus Digital Banking Network. We provide the tools to help you connect and integrate effectively.","Our stack provides all the essential tools to build innovative and secure on-chain applications while creating revenue opportunities and seamless fiat rails onto your application:","Metal Pay Connect: A compliant white labeled fiat onramp that allows seamless liquidity to come onchain via debit or credit card (and eventually bank payments through Metal blockchain). This can be easily integrated into your application, enabling liquidity into your DeFi pool or onchain app. Additionally, it offers revenue share opportunities, leveraging Metallicus's full-service capabilities across Web2 and Web3 digital banking.","Metal Identity: An onchain identity protocol designed to meet BSA compliance requirements, ensuring robust security and regulatory adherence.","Metal Dollar: A reserve-backed stablecoin index aggregating all Digital Banking Network stablecoins. Currently, you can mint from PYUSD, USDC, and PAX, providing a stable medium of exchange across the network.","Built on the Optimism Superchain, Metal L2 offers enhanced scalability and interoperability, ensuring your project can grow and interact seamlessly with other major blockchains. Everything built on Metal L2 is compatible with OP stack specifications, providing the necessary infrastructure to bring your ideas to life, including card payments and onchain KYC.","By joining Metal L2, you'll become part of a vibrant community of developers, users, and innovators. Our team and community are here to support you every step of the way, ensuring your project's success.","The Metal L2 network not only provides you with state-of-the-art tools but also positions your project within a future-proof, scalable, and interoperable ecosystem. Apply for our grant fund and be a part of revolutionizing the financial landscape.","Three exciting proposals have already passed, setting the stage for a new era of development on Metal L2.","Velodrome on Metal L2:","Overview: Velodrome, the largest native DApp on Optimism, will deploy on Metal L2 to help grow the ecosystem through deep liquidity pools.","Incentives: 1,020,000 MTL for voting incentives to bootstrap liquidity on the Metal L2 chain.","Impact: Velodrome's MetaDEX design will provide a seamless experience for traders, protocols, and governance participants, driving significant growth in trading volume and TVL.","Ionic Protocol on Metal L2:","Overview: Ionic, the leading money market for yield-bearing assets, will deploy a Metal Market on Metal L2 to enhance capital efficiency.","Incentives: 275,000 MTL to provide voting incentives and bootstrap deep liquidity lending pools.","Impact: Ionic's isolated infrastructure design will enable advanced capital efficiency and secure lending pools, contributing to the ecosystem's overall growth.","Biconomy on Metal L2:","Overview: Biconomy, the leading Account Abstraction infrastructure provider, will deploy its AA stack on Metal L2 to simplify blockchain development for DApps.","Incentives: 100,000 MTL for integration and maintenance costs, plus additional user incentives.","Impact: Biconomy's infrastructure will offer gasless transactions, transaction batching, and multi-chain signatures, enhancing the user experience and accelerating the adoption of Smart Accounts on Metal L2.","We're looking for innovative DApps and projects that align with our vision of a scalable, interoperable, and inclusive blockchain ecosystem. If you have a project that can contribute to the growth and development of Metal L2, we encourage you to apply for our grant fund.","Deep Liquidity Solutions: Projects that can bootstrap liquidity and enhance capital efficiency.","Innovative DApps: Applications that offer unique solutions to real-world problems and enhance the user experience.","Infrastructure Projects: Tools and services that improve the overall functionality and usability of Metal L2.","Proposal Submission: Submit your detailed proposal outlining your project, goals, and how it will benefit the Metal L2 ecosystem.","Review and Approval: Our team will review your proposal, and successful projects will be awarded $MTL incentives to kickstart development.","The Metal L2 Grant Fund is more than just financial support; it's a commitment to building a robust and innovative DeFi ecosystem. We are excited to see the groundbreaking projects that will emerge from this initiative and drive the next wave of growth on Metal L2.","If you want to talk to the Metal L2 team about your proposal before you submit it please contact bizdev@metallicus.com","Stay tuned for more updates and don't forget to tell everyone to #MoveToMetal.","For more information and to submit your proposal, visit Metal DAO Governance Dashboard.","Together, let's unlock the future of DeFi on Metal L2!","Best regards,The Metallicus Team","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/metal-l2-grant-fund"},"/news-insights/announcing-upgrade-15-isthmus-hard-fork":{"version":1,"title":"Announcing Upgrade 15 - Metal L2","description":"Isthmus Hard Fork - Mainnet Deadline: Fri May 9 2025 16:00:01 UTC (1746806401)","keywords":"","h1":["Announcing Upgrade 15"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Apr 11, 2025","Isthmus Hard Fork - Mainnet Deadline: Fri May 9 2025 16:00:01 UTC (1746806401)","We're pleased to announce the upcoming Upgrade 15 for Metal L2, the Isthmus Hard Fork. This upgrade introduces significant enhancements including the implementation of Prague features on the OP Stack, designed to align closely with Ethereum's forthcoming Pectra upgrade. This alignment ensures Metal L2 continues to benefit from the latest Ethereum improvements.","The Isthmus hard fork for the Sepolia Superchain will be activated at Thu Apr 17 16:00:00 UTC 2025 (1744905600) and the Mainnet Superchain will be activated at Fri May 9 2025 16:00:01 UTC (1746806401). This is for all chains who have opted into the hard fork inheritance behavior. Note: These are timestamps not blockheight.","IMPORTANT: Do not initiate withdrawals on Friday May 9th.","Upgrade 15 also includes the addition of the L2 Withdrawals Root in the Block Header, streamlining the security process for chain operators. By enabling operators to more easily run full nodes for dispute monitoring, this change significantly boosts the overall security and scalability of fault proofs across the Superchain.","Lastly, Upgrade 15 introduces a new Operator Fee structure, enhancing the accuracy and flexibility of fee calculations on the OP Stack. This development is essential for future support of chains employing Alt-DA and ZK proving technologies. Activation of Upgrade 15 on Metal L2 Mainnet will follow the successful deployment of Ethereum's Pectra upgrade, with an exact date yet to be announced. For detailed instructions and further information, visit the full upgrade page on Optimism.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/announcing-upgrade-15-isthmus-hard-fork"},"/news-insights/announcing-upgrade-14-mt-cannon-and-isthmus-l1-contracts":{"version":1,"title":"Announcing Upgrade 14 - Metal L2","description":"MT-Cannon and Isthmus L1 Contracts - Deadline: 25 April 2025","keywords":"","h1":["Announcing Upgrade 14"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Apr 10, 2025","MT-Cannon and Isthmus L1 Contracts - Deadline: 25 April 2025","We're excited to announce Metal L2's upcoming Upgrade 14, featuring two major enhancements: MT-Cannon and a new Operator Fee structure. MT-Cannon significantly advances our fault proof capabilities by upgrading to the MIPS-64 architecture and enabling multi-threaded processing. This shift removes previous memory limitations, dramatically expanding the efficiency and robustness of fault proofs.","In addition to MT-Cannon, Upgrade 14 introduces the Operator Fee mechanism, designed to improve accuracy and flexibility in fee calculations. This foundational improvement addresses the challenges associated with accurately pricing user fees, particularly as we explore advanced technologies like ZK proving and custom gas tokens in future upgrades.","The upgrade is scheduled to be executed on the Metal L2 Mainnet on April 25th, 2025. For a comprehensive overview and detailed information, please refer to the full upgrade page on Optimism.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/announcing-upgrade-14-mt-cannon-and-isthmus-l1-contracts"},"/news-insights/annoucing-upgrade-16":{"version":1,"title":"Annoucing Upgrade 16 - Metal L2","description":"Upgrade 16 is scheduled for Mainnet and introduces critical updates to the OP Stack’s L1 contracts and op-challenger.","keywords":"","h1":["Annoucing Upgrade 16"],"h2":[],"h3":["Included in Upgrade 16:"],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Jul 2, 2025","Upgrade 16 is scheduled for Mainnet and introduces critical updates to the OP Stack’s L1 contracts and op-challenger.","We are announcing the upcoming Upgrade 16 for Metal L2. This release includes critical changes to the OP Stack’s L1 contracts and op-challenger component, forming part of long-term protocol evolution plans. The changes introduce groundwork for future interoperability and adjustments for updated Stage 1 criteria.","The Upgrade 16 hard fork will be activated on Wed July 24 2025 16:00:00 UTC (1753372800) for the Mainnet Superchain. This applies to all chains that have opted into the hard fork inheritance behavior. Note: This is a timestamp, not a block height.","IMPORTANT: Do not rely on pending L1 withdrawals completing before the upgrade. Any unfinalized withdrawals must be reproven after Upgrade 16 is active.","Interop-Ready Smart ContractsUpdates to the OptimismPortal contract prepare the OP Stack for future cross-chain messaging. These changes do not activate interoperability but lay the foundation for later stages.","MAX_GAS_LIMIT AdjustmentThe MAX_GAS_LIMIT is increased from 200 million to 500 million gas, following infrastructure improvements and greater assurance in the Cannon proof system.","Stage 1 Compliance UpdatesTo align with L2Beat's January 2025 Stage 1 requirements, the following contract changes are made:","The DeputyGuardianModule is removed.","The DeputyPauseModule is updated.","Chain operators must upgrade their infrastructure ahead of the hard fork to avoid service disruption. For full instructions, timing details, and reproving guidance, refer to the Upgrade 16 Notice Page and the Release Management Project Board. For coordination and support, use the Optimism Discord.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/annoucing-upgrade-16"},"/news-insights/ionic-lending-is-now-live-on-metal-l2":{"version":1,"title":"Ionic Lending is Now Live on Metal L2 - Metal L2","description":"Borrow and Lend your WETH, USDC and MTL","keywords":"","h1":["Ionic Lending is Now Live on Metal L2"],"h2":[],"h3":["What Can You Do on Ionic?","How It Works","Risk Management & Liquidation","Why Build on Metal L2?","Start Using Ionic"],"h4":["➕ Supplying Assets","➖ Borrowing Assets"],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Jun 17, 2025","Borrow and Lend your WETH, USDC and MTL","We're excited to share that Ionic, a decentralized non-custodial money market protocol, is now live on Metal L2 - the first lending protocol to launch natively on our Superchain Layer 2.","Ionic makes it simple to supply assets, borrow against collateral, and maintain full custody of your funds, all in a transparent and secure onchain environment. With advanced risk management and a clean user interface, it’s built for DeFi power users who value speed, flexibility, and control.","At launch, Ionic supports lending and borrowing for the following assets on Metal L2:","WETH (Wrapped ETH)","USDC.e (Bridged USDC)","MTL (Metal token)","You can supply any of these assets to earn interest, or borrow against your supplied collateral using Ionic’s overcollateralized model.","Head to the Markets tab on ionic.money","Click Manage next to the asset you want to supply","Approve and deposit your tokens","Start earning interest immediately, with full onchain transparency","You can optionally enable supplied assets as collateral, allowing you to borrow other assets against them.","Supply one or more assets and enable as collateral","Click Manage next to the asset you want to borrow","Enter your borrow amount (up to 70% Loan-to-Value cap)","Confirm the transaction and receive your borrowed asset instantly","Important: Avoid borrowing the maximum amount to reduce liquidation risk. Keep your Position Health above 1.0.","Ionic uses a robust risk model:","LTV (Loan-to-Value) Cap: 70%","Liquidation Threshold: Reached when position health drops to 1.0","Liquidation Penalty: 15% incentive to liquidators, applied only to a portion of your collateral","You can always monitor your Position Health in the Dashboard. To improve it, you can repay part of your borrow or add more collateral.","Metal L2 is Optimism-aligned, offering:","Fast finality and low fees","Native ETH support","Interoperability with the Superchain ecosystem","By launching Ionic on Metal L2, users get access to a performant onchain lending market that’s easy to access and built for scale.","Ready to try it out?","→ Visit https://ionic.money→ Connect your wallet (Metal L2 network)→ Supply, borrow, and monitor your position in real-time","Stay tuned for more updates!","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/ionic-lending-is-now-live-on-metal-l2"},"/news-insights/annoucing-upgrade-17":{"version":1,"title":"Annoucing Upgrade 17 - Metal L2","description":"Metal L2: Upcoming Jovian Hardfork (Upgrade 17)","keywords":"","h1":["Annoucing Upgrade 17"],"h2":["📣 OP Labs Announcement: Jovian Upgrade Coming Soon","⚠️ Breaking Changes","🗓 Timeline"],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Oct 21, 2025","Metal L2: Upcoming Jovian Hardfork (Upgrade 17)","The Jovian Hardfork (Upgrade 17) is coming soon to Metal L2, aligning with the latest OP Stack release from OP Labs. This upgrade brings important network enhancements for performance, fee flexibility, and data availability (DA) protection.","To ensure we’re fully adhering to our governance protocols, we’ve decided to put this upgrade through a formal DAO vote.","Please vote here.","As part of the Superchain ecosystem, after successful vote, Metal L2 will integrate these improvements to ensure continued stability, security, and compliance for institutional and DeFi partners building on our Layer 2.","Exact Date as follows:Metal Sepolia: 1763568001 # Wed 19 Nov 2025 16:00:01 UTC","Metal Mainnet: 1764691201 # Tue 2 Dec 2025 16:00:01 UTC","‼️📣 Announcement: Jovian Upgrade Coming SoonThe Jovian Hardfork (Upgrade 17) is coming to OP Stack chains. This upgrade includes:","Cannon Go 1.24 support — upgrading the on-chain fault proof virtual machine implementation to support Go 1.24.","Configurable Minimum Base Fee — allows chain operators to specify a minimum base fee to shorten the length of priority fee auctions (disabled by default).","DA Footprint Block Limit — adds an in-protocol limit to estimated DA usage of transactions to prevent DA spam and priority fee auctions. (enabled by default; can be disabled via zero scalar on-chain).","Operator Fee Fix — enables more flexible fee configurations for rollup operators and lays groundwork for future custom gas token support.⚠️ If you are running operator fee with nonzero scalars, make sure to adjust them before activating the fork to avoid overcharging users.","Block header changes:","extraData field is extended (for the min base fee).","blobGasUsed may become nonzero when the DA footprint feature is enabled.","Please ensure your nodes and tooling can handle these updated header semantics. This applies to all node operators, particularly those running nodes for SCR chains with special steps for chain operators running permissionless fault proofs.Non-SCR chains are unaffected unless they independently choose to schedule the fork.","Activation is at the following time:","Metal Sepolia: 1763568001 # Wed 19 Nov 2025 16:00:01 UTC","For any questions, please open a ticket with our dev support team or reach out to Metal L2 technical support via https://www.metallicus.com/contact-us","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/annoucing-upgrade-17"},"/news-insights/metal-dao-metal-l2-bridging-the-real-world-with-defi":{"version":1,"title":"Metal DAO & Metal L2: Bridging the Real World with DeFi - Metal L2","description":"What is Metal DAO and where is it going?","keywords":"","h1":["Metal DAO & Metal L2: Bridging the Real World with DeFi"],"h2":["Why Metal L2 Exists","Metal DAO: Where Governance Meets Innovation","Composable, Open, Visionary","Where It’s Going","Highlights: What the DAO Has Accomplished Lately","TL;DR"],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Jun 26, 2025","What is Metal DAO and where is it going?","Metal DAO isn't just running votes on app integrations or token proposals - it's steering the evolution of a next-gen financial system.","At the core of that vision is Metal L2 -  a purpose-built Ethereum Layer 2 chain that bridges the worlds of permissionless DeFi and regulated digital banking through Metallicus’ The Digital Banking Network (TDBN).","If Ethereum is the global settlement layer, Metal L2 is its compliant financial arm, purpose-engineered for institutions, identity, and everyday users.","Most DeFi infrastructure was never designed with real-world regulation in mind. It works for traders and developers… not for banks, credit unions, or compliant fintechs.","Metal L2 changes that.","It enables:","Compliant smart contracts","Identity-aware transactions","Institution-ready stablecoins","Tokenized real-world assets (RWA)","Native support for voting, governance, and treasury logic","Seamless bridging between traditional banking systems and DeFi protocols","In short: Metal L2 is the first Ethereum-compatible chain that brings banks and credit unions on-chain without compromising DeFi's superpowers.","Every major evolution in the Metal ecosystem flows through the Metal DAO -  a community of $MTL holders voting on real proposals that directly shape the stack.","From launching new liquidity partners to onboarding stablecoins like RLUSD and PYUSD into the Metal Dollar basket -  DAO votes aren’t symbolic. They are strategic.","$MTL is the connective tissue between on-chain governance and off-chain utility.","Want your bank to deploy an L3? Want your stablecoin included in XMD?That starts with a vote.","Metal DAO isn’t building in a vacuum.","Every part of the stack is designed to be interoperable with Ethereum and the broader EVM landscape, while offering institutional-grade compliance and UX.","This means developers building on Metal L2 can integrate with tools they already know: Solidity, Thirdweb, Chainlink, Biconomy, Velodrome, and beyond - while plugging into a compliant fiat ramp, a verified identity layer, and the TDBN backend.","The result?A single pipeline that connects DeFi, fintechs, and regulated financial institutions in one programmable, upgradeable chain.","This is only the beginning. The next chapter of Metal is ambitious.","Metallicus is preparing a 3-year roadmap to scale:","On-chain credit union and bank networks (via L3s)","Compliant RWA tokenization and governance","Global stablecoin basket growth under $XMD","Retail and institutional DeFi via Metal Pay, Metal X, and Webauth Wallet","Open-source infrastructure for builders worldwide","And it's all governed by Metal DAO.","Some of the biggest milestones in the past year were directly driven by DAO proposals and on-chain governance:","✅ Apr 2024: Mainnet launch of Metal L2✅ Dec 2024: Metal X DEX governance vote passed✅ Jan 2025: Velodrome integrated as fifth supported chain✅ Mar 2025: API3, Chainlink, Thirdweb, and Biconomy deployed✅ May 2025: Ionic, RLUSD, openUSDT, XMD Testnet go live✅ Jun 2025: OKU Trade proposal passed + xTokens announcement","This is active, meaningful governance in action, with more integrations shipping every month.","Metal L2 is the missing bridge between Ethereum’s DeFi ecosystem and the regulated financial world.","Metal DAO is how we build that bridge together.","Whether you're a developer, institution, trader, or voter -  if you're voting with your $MTL, you're helping shape the most forward-thinking infrastructure in crypto.","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/metal-dao-metal-l2-bridging-the-real-world-with-defi"},"/news-insights/announcing-mip-002-homecoming":{"version":1,"title":"Announcing MIP-002: Homecoming - Metal L2","description":"Metal L2 moves to Metal Blockchain","keywords":"","h1":["Announcing MIP-002: Homecoming"],"h2":[],"h3":[],"h4":["THE CASE FOR HOMECOMING","WHAT HOMECOMING DELIVERS","WHAT STAYS THE SAME","THE MIGRATION PLAN","A NOTE ON OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH OPTIMISM","THE PATH FORWARD","VOTE","LEARN MORE:"],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Apr 16, 2026","Metal L2 moves to Metal Blockchain","Today we are proposing the next chapter for Metal L2.","Metal DAO is introducing MIP-002: Homecoming — a proposal to migrate Metal L2 from the Optimism Superchain to a sovereign Metal Blockchain subnet. If approved, this migration will make MTL the native gas token, deliver sub-second finality, and fully align Metal L2 with the Metal Blockchain ecosystem.","See full presentation at https://metalhomecoming.com/","Metal L2 launched on the Optimism Superchain to scale Ethereum quickly and capture the momentum of the OP Stack ecosystem. That decision was right for its time — it let us ship, onboard users, and build partnerships.","But the requirements of a banking-focused Layer 2 have evolved. As we partner with credit unions, integrate with exchanges, and prepare Metal Dollar (XMD) for broader adoption, the limitations of the current architecture have become clear:","The 7-day withdrawal delay inherent to optimistic rollups creates friction for exchanges and users","Upstream upgrades require coordinated node updates across all partners","We cannot use MTL or XMD as native gas tokens","We have limited sovereignty over upgrade cadence and chain parameters","Data availability costs on Ethereum are variable and can spike unpredictably","A sovereign Metal Blockchain subnet addresses every one of these — while preserving full EVM compatibility.","MTL as the native gas token. Every transaction on the new Metal L2 will require MTL. This gives the Metal DAO governance token direct, structural utility — not speculative demand, but the kind that comes from being foundational infrastructure.","Sub-second finality. Metal Blockchain's Snow consensus delivers ~0.5s finality. No more 7-day delays. Exchange deposits clear in seconds. Payments settle instantly.","Full sovereignty. We control the upgrade cadence. We set the chain parameters. We own the roadmap.","Banking-ready compliance. Compliance features that Metallicus has championed since day one — KYC integration, policy controls, freeze functionality — are native to Metal Blockchain.","Aligned ecosystem. Metal L2 comes home to Metal Blockchain, the Layer 0 that Metallicus has operated since 2022. One ecosystem. One vision. One community.","We have designed this migration to preserve what works:","All EVM tooling and Solidity contracts continue working unchanged","Metal Dollar (XMD) continues operating with the same basket — USDC, PYUSD, USDP, RLUSD — governed by MTL holders","MTL remains the Metal DAO governance token","We intend all wallet and dApp integrations to carry over","Existing exchange integrations will be preserved through a parallel operation period","The Homecoming migration is designed as a phased, non-disruptive transition:","Phase 1 — Deploy Metal Blockchain subnet testnet for exchange integration testingPhase 2 — Subnet mainnet launch. Both chains operate in parallel. Users choose their preferred network.Phase 3 — Exchanges migrate primary support to the subnetPhase 4 — Sunset the OP Stack chain after exchange transition completes","Estimated end-to-end timeline: 6–12 months. No disruption to existing users during the transition.","Optimism has been a valued partner. The OP Stack allowed us to launch Metal L2 quickly and learn what our users and banking partners actually need. We are grateful for that foundation.","This migration is not a commentary on Optimism — it is a reflection of Metal L2's unique requirements as a banking-focused chain serving credit unions and their members. The Layer 2 landscape has matured, and our needs have become specific enough that a sovereign subnet is the right architecture for what comes next.","We have prepared a comprehensive presentation of the Homecoming proposal covering the full technical architecture, exchange migration plan, XMD multi-chain deployment strategy, and regulatory considerations. You can explore it at:","https://metalhomecoming.com","We encourage every MTL holder to review the proposal, ask questions, and participate in the discussion. This is a meaningful moment for Metal L2 — and for the community that has supported it from the beginning.","The governance vote on MIP-002: Homecoming is available here: https://gov.xprnetwork.org/communities/4/proposals/69e022842919e9213c6e705d","MTL holders (or XMT on XPR Network) can connect with their WebAuth Wallet and vote at the above link.If your MTL is on another network you can deposit it to your WebAuth Wallet first so that you can vote.","Metal L2 started as a tenant on someone else's chain. Homecoming makes it an owner.","Let's come home.","— The Metallicus Team","Full proposal details: https://metalhomecoming.com","Metal Dollar (XMD): https://www.metaldollar.com","Metal Blockchain: https://metalblockchain.org","Governance vote: https://gov.xprnetwork.org","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/announcing-mip-002-homecoming"},"/news-insights/announcing-upgrade-19":{"version":1,"title":"Announcing Upgrade 19 - Metal L2","description":"Metal L2: Upcoming Hardfork (Upgrade 19)","keywords":"","h1":["Announcing Upgrade 19"],"h2":["What Is Upgrade 19?","Activation Timeline for Metal L2","Why This Matters for Metal L2","Important Operator Requirements","What This Means for Application Developers","Governance Result","Looking Ahead"],"h3":[],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":[],"p":["Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","May 7, 2026","Metal L2: Upcoming Hardfork (Upgrade 19)","The Metal DAO community has approved activation of Upgrade 19 / Karst on Metal L2.","Upgrade 19 aligns Metal L2 with the latest OP Stack release and helps ensure the network remains stable, secure, and fully maintained during the transition period leading up to the Homecoming migration.","While Metal L2’s long-term direction is the move toward a sovereign Metal Blockchain subnet, as authorized by MIP-002: Homecoming, maintaining the current OP Stack deployment remains important for operational continuity, partner integrations, and user experience.","For more on Homecoming, visit:https://metalhomecoming.com","Upgrade 19, also known as the Karst hard fork, is the latest OP Stack network upgrade from OP Labs.","For Metal L2, this upgrade introduces several important protocol improvements, including:","L2 Contract Manager (L2CM) — a new mechanism for governance-approved L2 smart contract upgrades","OPCMv2 — the redesigned OP Contracts Manager used for Upgrade 19","CANNON_KONA — promoted to the respected fault proof game type","Osaka EIPs on L2 — including the EIP-7825 per-transaction gas limit","Glamsterdam Defense — a preemptive security change reducing the maximum BN256 pairing precompile input size","The full OP Labs technical notice is available here:https://docs.optimism.io/notices/upgrade-19","OP Labs has published the planned activation schedule for Upgrade 19 / Karst.","For Mainnet OP Stack chains, including Metal, Upgrade 19 is planned to activate on:","Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 16:00:01 UTC","The OP Labs notice also lists the Unix timestamp:","1783526401","This value is a Unix timestamp, not a block height.","The smart contract upgrades are expected to occur during the week prior to activation. Activation remains dependent on Optimism Governance approval and the official OP Stack upgrade process.","Metal L2 is listed by OP Labs among the chains included in this upgrade, alongside OP, Soneium, Ink, Unichain, Mode, and Zora.","Even though Metal L2 is preparing for the Homecoming migration to Metal Blockchain, the current OP Stack deployment remains active and must continue to be maintained responsibly.","Approving Upgrade 19 helps ensure Metal L2 remains aligned with the latest OP Stack protocol changes during this transition period.","This supports:","Operational continuity — helping prevent compatibility issues during migration","Exchange and partner integrations — supporting uninterrupted infrastructure and ecosystem support","User experience — maintaining a stable network for current Metal L2 users","Network security — staying current with OP Stack fault proof and protocol improvements","Node operators and infrastructure providers supporting Metal L2 must upgrade required off-chain components before the activation timestamp.","OP Labs has stated that op-geth and op-program will not support Upgrade 19 / Karst.","Operators must migrate to:","op-reth","kona-client for fault proofs","before activation.","End of support for legacy components is scheduled for:","May 31, 2026","Operators running permissionless fault proof infrastructure must also ensure op-challenger is configured to support cannon-kona ahead of the upgrade.","Most applications running on Metal L2 are expected to be unaffected by Upgrade 19.","However, developers should review the OP Labs notice and verify compatibility if their application:","submits L2 transactions with very high gas limits","interacts with MODEXP or P256VERIFY precompiles","uses BN256 pairing precompile calls with large inputs","interacts directly with OP Stack predeploy contracts","manages custom withdrawal proving infrastructure","After Upgrade 19, L2 transactions will be subject to the EIP-7825 per-transaction gas limit. Deposit transactions are exempt.","For most applications, no immediate action is expected.","The Upgrade 19 proposal has passed Metal DAO governance.","Thank you to the $MTL community for reviewing and voting.","With governance approval secured, the Metal L2 engineering team can proceed with the required coordination and operator preparations ahead of the official OP Stack activation timeline.","Proposal:https://gov.xprnetwork.org/communities/4/proposals/69fb83f48bf261930c09aeef","Upgrade 19 is part of our ongoing commitment to maintain Metal L2 securely and responsibly throughout the Homecoming migration.","Metal L2’s long-term direction remains the move toward a sovereign Metal Blockchain subnet architecture. During this transition, we will continue to support the current OP Stack deployment and coordinate required upgrades to maintain continuity for users, developers, partners, and infrastructure providers.","For more on the broader migration plan, visit:https://metalhomecoming.com","— The Metallicus Team","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/news-insights/announcing-upgrade-19"},"/":{"version":1,"title":"Metal L2 - The Banking Layer ","description":"Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","keywords":"","h1":["The Banking Layer."],"h2":["Trustless At Every Layer","Eco-Super-System.All Metal Everything.","Latest Updates","Announcing Upgrade 19","Announcing MIP-002: Homecoming","Annoucing Upgrade 17","Any Questions?"],"h3":["Core Connectivity","dApp Integration","Effortless Scaling","Compliance","Security","Digital Identity","Metallicus","Decentralized Governance.","Stablecoins Reimagined.","Your Gateway to L2 Finance.","Decentralized Super Platform","Blockchain for Banking."],"h4":[],"h5":[],"h6":["Ethereum • Optimism • Metal L2"],"p":["📣 Metal L2 Upgrade 19 scheduled for July 8, 2026 at 16:00 UTC","Bridge","Explorer","Ecosystem","Developers","News","Add Network","Metal L2 shapes the compliant future of finance, forging interoperability across the Metal ecosystem, from fiat on-ramps to Layer 1 and Layer 0 synergy.","Bridge To Metal","top applications and protocols on metal l2","Synergy Across EVERY LAYER","Interoperable. Scalable. Compliant.","Layer zero (L0)","Metal Blockchain enables fintechs and banks to create and connect custom subchains with seamless asset sharing via Warp Messaging.","Layer One (L1)","Seamlessly deploy applications on Ethereum with Metal L2's robust framework, ensuring peak performance and seamless ecosystem integration.","Layer Two (L2)","Boost performance and scalability on Metal L2, built for smooth interaction with L0 and L1, powering a dynamic DeFi ecosystem.","INTegrity by design","Compliance Without Compromise","Metal L2 merges cryptocurrency's flexibility with the strict compliance of traditional finance, embodying the future of regulated DeFi.","Unbreakable Security","Metal L2's advanced encryption and vigilant network monitoring fortify your digital assets against the unexpected.","Trust Through Transparency","Metal L2's digital identity solutions ensure every transaction is anchored in verifiable trust, setting new standards for privacy and security in blockchain.","Innovation Meets Experience","As a core developer and US-based leader, Metallicus infuses traditional finance expertise with compliance-focused innovation to architect the bedrock of Metal L2.","METAL DAO (MTL)","Instant, Secure Crypto for Family & Friends","Metal DAO (MTL) drives the Metal ecosystem, overseeing the innovative Metal Dollar (XMD) and granting holders reduced fees for a more economical, empowered finance experience.","Read More","METAL DOLLAR (XMD)","Metal Dollar (XMD) is a next-generation stablecoin, minted from a basket of non-algorithmic reserved backed stablecoins and governed by MTL, ensuring diversified stability and robustness.","Mint Metal Dollar","METAL PAY App","Streamline your entry into the future of decentralized finance with our fiat on-ramp capabilities, facilitating direct access to the Metal L2 ecosystem for both consumers and businesses.","Get Metal Pay","Metal X APP","Trade on a fully decentralized exchange powered by the XPR Network, where every trade is on-chain. Access ten DeFi functions including trading, lending, borrowing, and yield farming, complemented by fiat on-ramps and swaps, all in one place.","Launch Metal X","Metal Blockchain","Layer 0 redefined for speed and compliance in banking. Offering secure, real-time blockchain services, it's integrated with financial institutions, streamlining data management and operations since its 2022 launch by Metallicus Inc.","Learn More","May 7, 2026","Metal L2: Upcoming Hardfork (Upgrade 19)","Apr 16, 2026","Metal L2 moves to Metal Blockchain","Oct 21, 2025","Metal L2: Upcoming Jovian Hardfork (Upgrade 17)","View All","The most frequently asked questions, with the most frequently given answers.","What is Metal L2?","How does Metal L2 ensure compliance?","What makes Metal L2 secure?","Can I establish a digital identity on Metal L2?","Who is behind Metal L2?","What is the Metal Dollar (XMD)?","Is there a governance model for Metal L2?","What can I do on the Metal X App?","Metal Layer 2","Whitepaper","Brand Assets","Metal DAO","Metal Dollar","Metal Pay","Audit","Built by","in support of Metal L2.","© 2026 Metallicus, Inc. All rights reserved."],"codeblock":[],"url":"/"}}