Learn how Ink by Kraken enhances DeFi with fast, low-cost transactions and secure cross-chain interoperability for a better decentralized experience.
Ink is a layer-2 bridge under development by Kraken with the goal of making decentralized finance (DeFi) more efficient by enhancing transaction speed, lowering costs and improving flexibility. The Ink Testnet will be launched during DevCon in Bangkok on Nov. 12-15, 2024, and the mainnet is scheduled for release in the first quarter of 2025.
Seamlessly integrating centralized and decentralized environments, Ink by Kraken provides users with all the necessary tools and services while mitigating common challenges associated with these environments. The solution operates on Ethereum as a layer-2 (L2) solution, easing the pressure on the layer-1 (L1) chain.









