# Linea

> Linea is the Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) that strengthens Ethereum's value through a neutral, Ethereum-equivalent architecture and a token design enhancing ETH and pu...

- Canonical URL: https://iq.wiki/wiki/linea
- Categories: Projects & Protocols
- Tags: Ethereum, DeFi, Layer2, Infrastructure
- Created: 2026-05-28T11:31:27.778Z
- Last updated: 2026-07-17T01:01:18.139Z
- Source: IQ.wiki — the world's largest blockchain and crypto encyclopedia (https://iq.wiki)

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**Linea** is an [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) [Layer 2](https://iq.wiki/wiki/layer-2) protocol designed to enhance the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) network. Initially launched with the intention of bolstering [Ethereum's](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) scalability and reinforcing its value and developer ecosystem, Linea operates as a credibly neutral, [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum)-equivalent architecture.  

### Overview

Linea emerged in response to the crypto community’s need for improved scalability solutions on [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum). The platform was designed to provide an [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum)-equivalent environment capable of executing transactions efficiently while interacting synergistically with the [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) mainnet using zero-knowledge rollups. This technical framework enhances transaction speed and reduces costs, without compromising [Ethereum’s](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) security standards. By maintaining an Ethereum-equivalent environment, developers can deploy their [decentralized applications (dApps)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-application) onto Linea without needing to modify existing [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract).  [\[5\]](#cite-id-XUGyxQFXEhiXjFdX)  [\[4\]](#cite-id-o50WJUF4CqqFE68L) 

## Key Features

* **Zero-Knowledge Proofs**: Linea uses [zero-knowledge proof](https://iq.wiki/wiki/zero-knowledge-proofs-zkps) technology to verify state transitions, provide cryptographic verification of network activity, and support transaction finalization without disclosing underlying transaction details. 
* **EVM Equivalence**: The network is designed to maintain compatibility with the [Ethereum Virtual Machine](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum-virtual-machine-evm), allowing developers to deploy [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract) and use existing [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) development tools and libraries with minimal modification. 
* **Dual-Layer Architecture**: Linea separates consensus and execution functions in order to support modular scaling, operational flexibility, and greater network resilience through client diversity. 
* **QBFT Consensus**: The protocol uses Quorum-Based Byzantine Fault Tolerance (QBFT) consensus, which is intended to provide fast transaction finality and tolerance against a portion of faulty or malicious nodes within the network.  [\[5\]](#cite-id-XUGyxQFXEhiXjFdX) 

## Tokenomics

LINEA is the native ecosystem token associated with the network. The token is designed primarily for ecosystem coordination, incentives, and funding rather than for transaction gas fees or on-chain governance. ETH remains the network’s gas token.

The total supply of LINEA was set at approximately 72 billion tokens. Published allocations include:

* 85% allocated to ecosystem-related purposes, including ecosystem growth, public goods, research and development, builder incentives, and user programs 
* 15% allocated to the Consensys treasury 
* 9% reserved for early user distributions 
* 1% reserved for strategic ecosystem builders 

Linea’s token design also includes a dual-burn mechanism tied to network fees. After [Layer 1](https://iq.wiki/wiki/layer-1) costs are deducted, a portion of fees is used to burn ETH while the remainder is directed toward burning LINEA tokens.  [\[4\]](#cite-id-o50WJUF4CqqFE68L) 

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