đź”” Announcement:
Ronin is evolving from a gaming-focused sidechain into a full-fledged Ethereum Layer 2, aiming to become Ethereum’s “gamification engine” while introducing new ways to reward builders.
đź“° News Details:
- Ronin will expand beyond gaming into gamified DeFi, SocialFi, tokenized collectibles, and consumer AI.
- Transactions will be 12x faster with Ethereum-level security.
- $RON staking rewards will shift to a Proof of Distribution model, directing more rewards to active builders (Contributors) rather than passive validators.
- Builders earn a Builder Score based on on-chain activity and off-chain influence, affecting reward distribution.
- Full L2 upgrade expected by Q1-Q2 2026; no immediate action required for stakers.
- Ronin projects 3x growth in gas fees by 2028, leveraging its user base and institutional relationships in emerging markets.
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📢 Final Thoughts:
This marks a major step for Ronin, blending gaming success with Ethereum’s security and broader crypto applications. Stakeholders can expect faster transactions, stronger incentives for builders, and expanded opportunities in gamified ecosystems.