For a closer look, check out Optimism’s Documentation
Benefits
- 10-100x cheaper transactions compared to Ethereum.
- Ethereum equivalence, with full support for Ethereum smart contracts and developer tooling
- Fast block times (2s per block)
- Optional support for further cost reduction via Celestia DA
- Extremely permissive (MIT) licensing
- Ability to opt into the Superchain, Optimism’s future network of chains that share bridging, governance, and interoperability
The Superchain
For more info, view the Superchain explainer here