The Future of Layer 1s — A Two-Horse Race or an Expanding Battlefield?

NOTE: This is an event organised by Paintswap and Sonic(previously $FTM) and Crypto Clarity Collective is a supporter. You must register on eventbrite to verify your tickets. Get Tickets here

Join us for an expert panel conversation on what’s next for Layer 1s like Sonic, Sui and others as they take on incumbents like Solana & ETH

The Future of Layer 1s – A Two-Horse Race or an Expanding Battlefield?
Will challengers like Sonic, Sui, and others carve out sustainable market share, or is this just a temporary shake-up?

📅 Date: Tuesday, 1st April 2025
📍 Location: Inspire9, 41-43 Stewart Street, Richmond, VIC 3121
⏰ Time: 6 PM – 8 PM AEDT (Doors open at 5:50 PM)
💲 Tickets: Free

## Why You Should Attend

🔹 The Layer 1 wars are heating up. Ethereum and Solana may dominate the conversation, but new players like Sonic, Sui, Aptos and others are making moves. Will they reshape the ecosystem, or is this just noise?

🔹 The rise of multi-chain and omni-chain infrastructure is transforming how developers and projects think about blockchain ecosystems.

🔹 This panel will explore what’s next for L1s in 2025 and beyond—from market consolidation to developer adoption and investment strategies.

## What to Expect

Who is this for?

• Crypto natives, investors, and traders tracking the evolution of Layer 1s.
• Developers and project teams considering where to build next.
• Founders and builders looking to understand how L1 dynamics affect them.

What makes this event different?

• A deep-dive discussion without the hype—just straightforward insights and discussion about what’s really happening in the Layer 1 landscape.
• Exclusive focus on new contenders vs. incumbents—who’s winning and why?
• Live Q&A with industry experts—ask the tough questions.

Key Takeaways

• Will the L1 space consolidate, or is there room for new challengers?
• How are multi-chain and omni-chain strategies changing blockchain development?
• What factors determine whether a Layer 1 thrives, consolidates, or fades away?
• Real-world implications for builders, projects, and crypto communities.

## Speakers

👥 Speakers: To be confirmed—stay tuned for expert announcements!
🎤 Moderator: Rambo, CMO of PaintSwap

Agenda
5:50 PM – Doors open
6:00 PM – Networking
6:30 PM – Panel discussion begins
7:00 PM – Q&A
7:15-8 PM – Closing remarks & networking

## Why This Event?

This panel will help you navigate the fast-changing Layer 1 ecosystem, understand what’s driving developer and investor decisions, and position yourself for success in 2025.

## 🔥 Limited spots available—register before we sell out!

## Who’s Behind This?

About Sonic Down Under
Sonic Down Under is a community-led event series celebrating the launch of Sonic across Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Sponsored by PaintSwap, Sonic Labs and DoHQ.