Welcome

Caldera Metalayer Documentation

Cross-chain interoperability framework for rollups

​Intro

Welcome to the Metalayer, Caldera’s cross-chain interoperability framework. Designed to revolutionize how rollups interact with other chains, the Metalayer provides a seamless, secure, and efficient platform for cross-chain operations.

​Why Metalayer?

The Metalayer empowers developers and protocols to overcome the constraints of isolated blockchain ecosystems.

• Launch Truly Interoperable Chains: Deploy new Caldera rollups with the Metalayer interoperability from day zero, or integrate the Metalayer into your existing Caldera chain to instantly connect to a broader ecosystem.

• Build Sophisticated Cross-Chain dApps: Utilize the Metalayer’s Developer Toolkit to create applications that facilitate efficient communication and value transfer between rollups, regardless of their underlying stack.

• Access Unified Liquidity: Tap into a growing network of shared liquidity, enabling more efficient markets and better user experiences for your applications.

• Abstract Complexity: Focus on your core application logic and user experience, while the Metalayer handles the intricacies of cross-chain communication, optimal routing, and secure settlement.

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