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Ethereum-based Blast chain shuts down as operating 'no longer makes sense'

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Blast Ethereum layer-2 network shuts down citing unsustainable costs

Blast, the Paradigm-backed Ethereum layer-2 that once held over $2 billion in assets, is shutting down after operating costs exceeded revenue. Users have until October 26 to withdraw funds through the normal interface.

Oct 2, 2026·6 sourcesLayer 2sCryptoEthereum Layer 2s & scalingEthereumBlockchain scalability solutions
Blast Ethereum layer-2 network shuts down citing unsustainable costs
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