A new proposal called the “Ethereum Economic Zone” (EEZ) aims to enhance interaction among Ethereum’s layer-2 networks, which currently struggle with liquidity fragmentation. Developers from Gnosis and Zisk, supported by the Ethereum Foundation, are spearheading this initiative to allow smart contracts to operate across various rollups and the mainnet within a single transaction.
This framework seeks to address the issues arising from the proliferation of over 20 active layer-2 networks, which collectively secure nearly $40 billion in total value, as reported by L2BEAT. By enabling seamless communication between different rollups, the EEZ could facilitate shared infrastructure and reduce the necessity for cross-chain transfers.
Technical specifications and performance metrics for the EEZ are anticipated in the upcoming weeks, as the development team collaborates with Ethereum researchers and industry contributors. The proposal also includes the establishment of the “EEZ Alliance,” aimed at coordinating standards and promoting adoption as Ethereum's scaling solutions evolve.