Ankr

Ankr is an all-in-one Web3 developer hub that provides a full suite of tools to build Web3 projects and power them with high-performance connections to 46+ blockchains. They provide multi-chain dApp development tools, blockchain scaling services, staking solutions, and a globally distributed node infrastructure that makes it all possible.

Ankr is one of the most reliable and secure Rollup-as-a-Service (RaaS) providers and they merge their top-tier rollup infrastructure with enticing financial incentives for developers via their Liquid Staking product. As a result, Ankr champions a holistic and sustainable building experience for businesses venturing into blockchain development.

Ankr’s RaaS offering is a pivotal component of Ankr’s Scaling Services suite, which facilitates fast, secure, and simple development of sidechains/rollups across various blockchain ecosystems. This innovative service broadens the spectrum of scaling solutions available to developers, addressing the industry’s burgeoning demand for projects that not only scale efficiently but also leverage Ethereum’s robust security and versatile token model.

Ankr uniquely positions itself as the only RaaS provider that harmonizes premier rollup infrastructure with the allure of financial rewards through staking, crafting the most sustainable and comprehensive development environment for businesses. At the heart of Ankr’s RaaS solution is ankrETH, a pivotal innovation that significantly enhances the developer experience by offering flexibility and financial benefits.

When developers opt for Ankr’s RaaS, they are presented with a choice for their gas token: traditional ETH or ankrETH. Choosing ankrETH activates a unique process where, instead of directly utilizing ETH for gas fees on their Layer 2 (L2) rollup, the equivalent ETH is staked on the developer’s behalf on the beacon chain (Layer 1). In return, developers receive ankrETH, which not only serves as their gas token on L2 but also accrues yield, effectively allowing them to benefit from staking rewards while covering operational costs. This mechanism ensures that the original ETH value is preserved and augmented, providing a yield-generating asset (ankrETH) that embodies both the staked capital and the accruing benefits.

This innovative approach underscores Ankr’s commitment to delivering value beyond mere infrastructure, by embedding financial incentives directly into the development process. It’s this blend of high-quality, scalable solutions and financial optimization that sets Ankr apart, making it the go-to choice for developers seeking to maximize the potential of their blockchain projects.