The Need for a New Layer 2

The Ethereum ecosystem is growing, but it faces major limitations — scalability, high fees, and a fragmented developer landscape. SOON Mainnet is a general-purpose Layer 2 solution that addresses these issues by introducing a high-performance execution environment powered by the Decoupled Solana Virtual Machine (SVM).

Ethereum is a strong foundation, but the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) is not always the best tool for scaling. SOON Mainnet breaks away from the constraints of the EVM, integrating the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) to enable high-throughput applications. By leveraging SVM’s proven speed, active developer base, and ecosystem quality, SOON allows Ethereum developers to benefit from cutting-edge performance while maintaining Ethereum’s security and liquidity.

SOON Stack: The First Real SVM Rollup Stack

SOON Stack is the infrastructure that enables the deployment of SVM-based Layer 2 chains on any Layer 1. Chains built using SOON Stack — called SOON Chains — initially settle on Ethereum, with Avail as the Data Availability (DA) layer, supported by Caldera and Altlayer. Future versions will expand to other L1s and DA layers, offering greater flexibility.

SOON Stack simplifies the launch of custom, high-performance Layer 2s. It’s an ideal execution layer for:

• Customizable Consumer Applications — Developers can fine-tune transaction costs, creating gas fee structures that enhance user experience.

• High-Performance Applications — Gaming and real-time applications benefit from SVM’s parallel processing and low-latency execution.

• Financial & Trading Platforms — DeFi protocols and trading platforms can leverage SOON Stack to handle high transaction volumes efficiently.

SOON Stack RAAS (Rollup-as-a-Service) Support

SOON Stack integrates with top RAAS providers, making it easier for projects to deploy SVM-based chains.

Caldera

Caldera’s RAAS services now support SVM through SOON Stack, marking its first integration with an AltVM beyond EVM. Caldera powers a rapidly growing rollup ecosystem on Ethereum, offering 1-click rollup deployment. With over 75 modular rollups in its network, Caldera enhances scalability, security, and efficiency.

Altlayer

Altlayer brings enterprise-grade security and modularity to SVM rollups through its integration with SOON Stack. Backed by Polychain Capital and Hack VC, Altlayer enables seamless deployment of SVM-based rollup chains while offering AVS (Active Validation Services) for decentralized sequencer infrastructure.

The Future of SOON Mainnet

SOON Mainnet is more than just another Layer 2 — it’s a bridge between Ethereum and Solana’s execution power. By removing EVM limitations and integrating SVM, SOON gives developers the best of both worlds: Ethereum’s decentralization and SVM’s high-performance execution.

With continued innovation, expanded Layer 1 and DA support, and a growing network of rollup providers, SOON Mainnet is set to reshape the way developers build on Ethereum. This is the future of Layer 2 — efficient, scalable, and built for mass adoption.