After recently launching on Ethereum that has resulted in over 500 AWNS (Autonomous Worlds Name Service) created, STP is launching AWNS onto Base, the Ethereum L2 incubated by Coinbase. AWNS has one of the largest ERC-6551 user bases on Ethereum and launching onto Base allows for users to create an AWNS on Base and benefit from ERC-6551 functionality at a fraction of the cost. AWNS redefines the concept of a username or domain name by transforming it into a tokenbound account, which is an NFT integrated with a wallet powered by ERC-6551. This novel approach to digital identity is ideal for any on-chain activity and unlocks new types of use cases across NFTs, DeFi and Gaming on Base.

Existing AWNS Users on Ethereum

For the launch of AWNS on Base, AWNS holders on Ethereum will receive their identical AWNS on Base. For instance, if you possess "world.aw," you will receive the equivalent on Base with the same address upon launch. Additionally, the duration of the registration for your AWNS on Base will be the same as your AWNS on Ethereum. Beyond the existing AWNS from Ethereum, the remaining will be open to the public for registration on Base.

Registration is now open; claim your AWNS on Base: https://awnsbase.stp.network/

Why Base?

Base is one of the fastest growing Ethereum L2s that has an open ecosystem for NFTs and on-chain gaming. Additionally, its unique integration with Coinbase and ability to onramp users onto on-chain applications is directly in line with our vision of broadening on-chain activity and elevating forms of on-chain identity. While AWNS is still far from cross-chain support, AWNS on Base will offer an immediate solution to address high gas costs and inefficiencies.

What is AWNS?

AWNS, which stands for Autonomous Worlds Name Service, introduces a novel approach to digital identity with its unique domain ending, .aw. It serves as the foundational layer for the AW ecosystem, enabling users to effortlessly traverse Autonomous Worlds, participate in on-chain games, and engage with the broader web3 landscape. While conventional Web3 naming services like ENS provide comprehensive usernames associated with wallets, AWNS takes this concept to the next level using ERC-6551 which is ideal for any on-chain activity and unlocks new types of use cases across NFTs, and more specifically Gaming.