What is Eclipse (ES)?

Deep Dive

1. Purpose & Value Proposition

Eclipse aims to solve Ethereum’s scalability bottlenecks by leveraging Solana’s execution environment (SVM) for speed while settling transactions on Ethereum. This hybrid approach allows developers to build high-throughput dApps—like gaming or DeFi platforms—without sacrificing Ethereum’s liquidity or security.

2. Technology & Architecture

Eclipse operates as a modular Layer 2:
- Execution Layer: Uses Solana’s SVM for fast, parallel transaction processing.
- Settlement Layer: Finalizes transactions on Ethereum for security.
- Data Availability: Relies on Celestia for cost-efficient data storage.
This setup enables a peak throughput of ~9,000 TPS, addressing Ethereum’s historical limitations.

3. Tokenomics & Governance

The $ES token (1 billion total supply) has multiple utilities:
- Gas Fees: Powers transactions on the Eclipse network.
- Governance: Lets holders vote on protocol upgrades and fee structures.
- Staking: Secures the network and rewards participants.
Notably, 35% of tokens are allocated to ecosystem growth, while 15% were distributed via a July 2025 airdrop to early adopters.

Conclusion

Eclipse bridges two blockchain ecosystems, offering Solana-like performance within Ethereum’s trusted environment. Its success hinges on balancing technical innovation with developer adoption. Will this hybrid model redefine how Layer 2 solutions compete in scalability and interoperability?