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In the Layer-2 scaling craze, Caldera (ERA) is rapidly becoming a dark horse. It is not a standalone chain but a Rollup-as-a-Service (RaaS) platform that enables project teams to quickly deploy customized Ethereum Layer-2 networks. Caldera’s core advantages lie in its modular architecture and Metalayer cross-chain interoperability, providing flexible and low-threshold infrastructure for the entire multi-chain ecosystem.

Metalayer: One-click cross-chain infrastructure

Metalayer is a killer feature of Caldera. Developers can use Metalayer to achieve the free flow of assets across multiple Rollups and main chains without additional bridge configurations. It is based on the Hyperlane protocol for low-latency messaging, combined with the intent engine provided by Across and Relay, enabling second-level cross-chain settlement. This makes Caldera one of the few RaaS platforms with native interoperability.

ERA Token: The Core Driving Force of Caldera

ERA is the native utility and governance token of Caldera, with a total supply of 1 billion tokens, used for paying transaction fees, participating in staking, and governance voting, among other purposes. In the token distribution, approximately 30% will be used for retroactive airdrops to incentivize early users and community contributors. The team’s and investors’ shares will be gradually unlocked to ensure the long-term development of the ecosystem.

The application scenarios of ERA include:

• Pay the fees on any Caldera Rollup chain.
• Future staking rewards for participating in fraud proof or data availability modules
• Vote on governance proposals (such as fee mechanisms, protocol upgrades)

ERA will be launched on Gate spot market

Caldera (ERA) will officially launch on the Gate spot trading area on July 17, 2025, at 23:30 (UTC+8).

Caldera’s competitive advantage

Compared to platforms like Conduit, AltLayer, and Eclipse, Caldera’s advantages are:

• Built-in Metalayer, with inherent cross-chain capabilities.
• Multi-virtual machine support, compatible with EVM and SolanaVM
• Rollup Engine API, which can dynamically scale and upgrade protocol modules

These technological features have attracted multiple real applications such as RARI Chain, Injective inEVM, Ozean, and zkXPLA to launch on the platform. Currently, the platform’s TVL has exceeded 600 million USD, and the number of wallet addresses has surpassed ten million.

Risks that investors need to pay attention to

Despite the promising prospects of Caldera, there are still issues such as technical complexity, price volatility, intense competition, and regulatory risks. If the price of ERA rises too quickly today, or if the unlocking pace is opaque, it may put some pressure on investors.

Summary and Outlook

With the official launch of ERA in the spot market, Caldera is entering a new phase of “token-driven” development. Whether it can consolidate its Layer-2 leadership position through continuous development and community participation will directly impact the value performance of ERA.