Greetings! As you've probably heard by now, Taiko is a Based Rollup. In fact, Taiko is THE first Based Rollup. But, like many things in the crypto space, it can sometimes get complicated. Well, not here! We’re here today to keep it simple and keep it moving. Let’s learn about Based Rollups.

Let’s start with rollups and why we need them. Ethereum is cool but too many people want to use it. This demand makes it slower and more expensive. Think of it like a road: too many drivers cause traffic, and you need to pay for extra gas as a result.

In simple terms, rollups bundle a bunch of transactions together and then submit them to Ethereum. It’s like taking the metro: no traffic, and it’s much cheaper. You still get to your destination. Of course, there’s a trade-off. You don’t control the driving, and the stops might not take you exactly where you want to go. In this analogy, the system that determines the metro’s route is the centralized sequencer—and some people don’t like that. Ethereum doesn’t either.

So, what if you want things to be cheap and fast but still want control? What do you do? Well, drumroll please (or should I say Taiko roll?)—enter Based Rollups!

Some rollups have centralized sequencers that monopolize control, but what if they didn’t? What if things like block-building were open to everyone, just like Ethereum? With Taiko, they are.

Taiko is an Ethereum-equivalent Based Rollup. It’s as close as it gets to Ethereum in terms of functionality, making it the most compatible rollup with Ethereum. On top of that, Taiko doesn’t rely on a centralized sequencer. Instead, it uses Ethereum’s validators. This means Taiko opens itself up to community participation—just like Ethereum. And that’s the killer feature of Based Rollups: no centralized sequencer. Control belongs to the users.

Let’s illustrate with an example:

• Ethereum is like using a manual film camera—fully under your control. You can adjust exposure, shutter speed, and everything else just the way you want, but developing the picture is slow and expensive.

• Non-based Layer Twos are like instant cameras—fast and convenient, but a centralized system decides how your photo is taken. All you do is click. If you want more control, they’re probably not for you.

• Taiko, as a Based Rollup, is like a digital camera—modern, fast, and easy to use. You can adjust settings like exposure and shutter speed, switch lenses, and when you’re ready, quickly share or print your photos.

With Taiko, you get speed and control. It’s truly the Based of both worlds.

Because it gives control to users, Based Rollups thrive on decentralization. This is why Based Rollups are a perfect match for Taiko. The shared philosophy of building something that can’t be evil and is controlled by many defines Ethereum & Taiko relation.

And there you have it: Based Rollups!

See you next time with another topic. Until then, stay Based!

Greetings! As you've probably heard by now, Taiko is a Based Rollup. In fact, Taiko is THE first Based Rollup. But, like many things in the crypto space, it can sometimes get complicated. Well, not here! We’re here today to keep it simple and keep it moving. Let’s learn about Based Rollups.

Let’s start with rollups and why we need them. Ethereum is cool but too many people want to use it. This demand makes it slower and more expensive. Think of it like a road: too many drivers cause traffic, and you need to pay for extra gas as a result.

In simple terms, rollups bundle a bunch of transactions together and then submit them to Ethereum. It’s like taking the metro: no traffic, and it’s much cheaper. You still get to your destination. Of course, there’s a trade-off. You don’t control the driving, and the stops might not take you exactly where you want to go. In this analogy, the system that determines the metro’s route is the centralized sequencer—and some people don’t like that. Ethereum doesn’t either.

So, what if you want things to be cheap and fast but still want control? What do you do? Well, drumroll please (or should I say Taiko roll?)—enter Based Rollups!

Some rollups have centralized sequencers that monopolize control, but what if they didn’t? What if things like block-building were open to everyone, just like Ethereum? With Taiko, they are.

Taiko is an Ethereum-equivalent Based Rollup. It’s as close as it gets to Ethereum in terms of functionality, making it the most compatible rollup with Ethereum. On top of that, Taiko doesn’t rely on a centralized sequencer. Instead, it uses Ethereum’s validators. This means Taiko opens itself up to community participation—just like Ethereum. And that’s the killer feature of Based Rollups: no centralized sequencer. Control belongs to the users.

Let’s illustrate with an example:

• Ethereum is like using a manual film camera—fully under your control. You can adjust exposure, shutter speed, and everything else just the way you want, but developing the picture is slow and expensive.

• Non-based Layer Twos are like instant cameras—fast and convenient, but a centralized system decides how your photo is taken. All you do is click. If you want more control, they’re probably not for you.

• Taiko, as a Based Rollup, is like a digital camera—modern, fast, and easy to use. You can adjust settings like exposure and shutter speed, switch lenses, and when you’re ready, quickly share or print your photos.

With Taiko, you get speed and control. It’s truly the Based of both worlds.

Because it gives control to users, Based Rollups thrive on decentralization. This is why Based Rollups are a perfect match for Taiko. The shared philosophy of building something that can’t be evil and is controlled by many defines Ethereum & Taiko relation.

And there you have it: Based Rollups!

See you next time with another topic. Until then, stay Based!