The next wave of Layer 1 blockchains won’t be won by branding or influencers. It will come down to who can actually deliver throughput, usability, and developer readiness. In 2025, more investors and builders are moving past hype-driven projects and asking tougher questions.
Can the chain scale?
Is it decentralized?
Does it support real-world applications?
Is the token supply transparent and capped?
Here are five Layer 1s gaining attention for the right reasons — and the technical reasons why they stand out.
1. Ethereum (ETH)
Still the core infrastructure layer for DeFi, NFTs, and smart contracts. Ethereum’s Layer 2 scaling, staking maturity, and developer depth keep it dominant.
Why it matters:
- Proven security and decentralization
- Deep developer ecosystem
- Strong Layer 2 momentum
Ethereum’s high gas costs remain a barrier, but its position is still unmatched for large-scale application ecosystems.
2. Solana (SOL)
Solana has stabilized after early network struggles and is now powering NFT platforms, gaming apps, and fast DeFi protocols.
Highlights:
- High throughput and low cost
- Growing mobile strategy
- Better uptime and client diversity
Solana continues to attract developers who need speed and consumer-scale performance.
3. Sui (SUI)
Sui is a newer chain using a unique object-based model for scalable smart contracts. It’s backed by strong developer teams and aimed at building a new programming standard.
Key features:
- Fast execution
- Fresh programming approach
- Early traction in app development
Still early, but building momentum in 2025.
4. Kaanch Network ($KNCH)
Kaanch is currently in Stage 6 of its presale, with over $1.3 million raised and a current price of $0.32 per token. The next presale stage is set at $0.64, and an exchange listing is planned for the end of June.
What makes Kaanch different:
- 1.4 million transactions per second
- Finality in 0.8 seconds
- Validator network with 3,600 nodes
- Interoperability with Ethereum, Solana, and BNB
- .knch domains for on-chain identity
- Live staking during presale (up to 30% APY)
- Fixed supply of 58 million $KNCH tokens
Kaanch is offering architecture-level innovation — and it’s already live in several areas, including staking and validator coordination.
5. Avalanche (AVAX)
Avalanche stands out with its subnet model, allowing customized chains to run independently while benefiting from shared infrastructure.
Why it’s on the list:
- Fast finality
- Institutional adoption interest
- Flexible chain design
Avalanche continues to attract projects that want more control without building a Layer 1 from scratch.
What These Chains Have in Common
They’re all built on function — not meme cycles. The standout Layer 1s in 2025 focus on:
- Performance that actually scales
- Validator diversity and decentralization
- Real-world developer tooling
- Identity and governance baked into the chain
- Transparent tokenomics with controlled supply
Kaanch Network offers these elements before even hitting exchanges, making it a rare find among early-stage projects.
Final Thought
Most Layer 1 blockchains won’t make it past the next cycle. The ones that will are already showing signs: technical maturity, clear structure, and live utility.
$KNCH, now in Stage 6 at $0.32, is a strong example of a next-gen Layer 1 that’s not waiting to build after launch — it’s building now.
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