What is World Chain
A dedicated blockchain for World. Fast, low-cost, and human-first network
1. Overview of World Chain
World Chain is a dedicated blockchain network developed by the World project. It operates as an Ethereum Layer 2 (L2), enabling fast and low-cost transactions.
Key Point
World Chain is a "human-first" blockchain. Users verified with World ID get free or discounted gas fees.
Basic Information
Network Type
Ethereum L2（Optimism Superchain）
Native Tokens
ETH (gas fees), WLD (governance)
Transaction Speed
Completed in seconds
Gas Fees
Hundreds of times cheaper than Ethereum mainnet
2. Technical Features
Optimism Superchain
World Chain is a member of the "Superchain" based on Optimism technology. This provides high interoperability with other Optimism-based chains while inheriting Ethereum's security.
Optimistic Rollup
Processes transactions off-chain and records them in batches on Ethereum mainnet. Improves scalability while maintaining security.
EVM Compatible
Fully compatible with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). Existing Ethereum applications can run without modification.
Decentralized Sequencer
Decentralizes transaction ordering to improve censorship resistance and reliability.
3. Benefits for Users
Fast Transactions
Transactions complete in seconds. Use without stress.
Low Cost
Gas fees hundreds of times cheaper than Ethereum mainnet. No fee losses even on small transactions.
Free for Verified Users
World ID verified users get a certain amount of free gas.
Security
Inherits Ethereum's security. Keep your assets safe.
4. Human Priority
The biggest feature of World Chain is its "human-first" design philosophy. By prioritizing World ID verified users, it eliminates bots and spam, providing an environment where real humans can use it comfortably.
Gas Fee Benefits
World ID verified users get free or significantly discounted gas fees for a certain amount of transactions.
Priority Processing
Even when the network is congested, verified users' transactions are processed with priority.
Bot Prevention
Maintains a fair environment through bot prevention using World ID verification.
5. Ecosystem
Various applications are running on World Chain.
World App
Official wallet app. Manage WLD/USDC, send money, use Mini Apps.
Mini Apps
Applications running within World App. DeFi, games, payments, etc.
DeFi Protocols
Decentralized exchanges, lending, staking, etc.
NFTs & Games
Low-cost NFT trading and blockchain games.
6. Comparison with Other L2s
| Item | World Chain | Other L2s |
|---|---|---|
| Human Proof | Priority for World ID verified users | None |
| Gas Fees | Free quota for verified users | Low cost |
| Bot Prevention | Protected by World ID | Limited |
| Technology Base | Optimism Superchain | Various |
| EVM Compatible | Fully compatible | Various |
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