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Eclipse has launched its mainnet blockchain that combines technology from Ethereum and Solana. The new network mimics the transaction speed and cost-efficiency of Ethereum Layer-2 rollups while operating on Solana Virtual Machine. Eclipse enables developers to scale their dApps without choosing between Ethereum and Solana. Numerous projects are already utilising Eclipse mainnet, including DeFi platform Orca and consumer-oriented Save and Nucleus. Although Eclipse has faced issues, including a dismissal of its former CEO over misconduct allegations and a controversial deal with its largest backer, the company has raised $50m from investors.

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Eclipse finally debuted its highly anticipated mainnet blockchain. What’s the big deal? Well, this is the first network of its type to combine the technology from two major blockchain platforms, Ethereum and Solana.

Much like other Ethereum layer-2 rollups, Eclipse speeds up the transaction process on Ethereum while taking it easy on your wallet. The cherry on top? Eclipse operates on its own network, courtesy of the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) – a slick piece of architecture designed by Ethereum’s biggest competitor, Solana.

“Eclipse is a powerful mediator between Ethereum and Solana ecosystems,” states Vijay Chetty, the top dog at Eclipse, “It gives developers the opportunity to magnify their applications without being forced to choose between two giant blockchain networks.”

So, why is this important to you? Developers that prefer using Solana can create or transfer decentralized applications (dApps) that are faster and cheaper than those based on Ethereum. Really, it’s a win-win! While Solana is famous for its speedy and inexpensive transactions, Ethereum offers security and abundant liquidity.

Several projects, such as the DeFi platform Orca and consumer-oriented Save and Nucleus, are already making the most of the Eclipse mainnet. It’s set to host more than 60 decentralized applications in the realms of finance, gaming, and digital services.

Eclipse has generated plenty of buzz in the blockchain community and has managed to raise over $50 million from investors. But, like any story, there have been some bumps in the road.

Back in May, Eclipse Labs’ ex-CEO, Neel Somani, was dismissed from the firm following allegations of sexual misconduct which gained traction on social media. The most recent kerfuffle in July occurred when a secret deal was revealed between Eclipse and its largest backer, Polychain, which violated the fund’s conflict of interest policies.

To the moon or falling star? Only time will tell, but for now, Eclipse seems set on expanding the galaxy of blockchains.