LayerZero is an interoperability protocol that provides OApp, OFT, Endpoint, DVN, and Executor structures with “cross-chain message passing” as its core primitive functionality. According to official data, LayerZero V2 claims 70+ chains, 200+ applications, 130M+ messages, and $50B+ in volume after launch in 2024, and the Foundation's issuance of ZRO is described as a step toward transitioning the protocol to a publicly owned infrastructure. (LayerZero Foundation) However, the KelpDAO rsETH-related incident in April 2026 revealed a key risk in the LayerZero economy.
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(LayerZero Foundation) However, the KelpDAO rsETH-related incident in April 2026 revealed a key risk in the LayerZero economy. “Quality of security defaults and operational accountability” has moved to the center of evaluation. (LayerZero Foundation) Final evaluation: LayerZero is 70.6 points / 100 points, “late development\beginner of maturity”.
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Report Type
Project Maturity Analysis
Version
v1
Analysis Date
May 24, 2026
Language
en
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