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Optimism (ETH) on U.CASH

Optimism is an Ethereum Layer 2 optimistic rollup and the origin of the OP Stack, the open framework that powers a whole family of L2 networks. It delivers low fees and fast blocks secured by Ethereum.

Optimism at a glance

Ticker
ETH
Type
EVM chain
Launched
2021
Block time
~2 seconds

Optimistic Rollup (OP Stack). Settlement on U.CASH is non-custodial: every payment moves on-chain, direct to a wallet you control. Confirmation policy for Optimism: Credited after a few L2 confirmations, typically under a minute; settles to Ethereum L1..

One coin, three ways to use it

A single U.CASH account works across accept, swap, and buy. Pick where to start.

Accept Optimism

Take ETH in checkout alongside cards and 30+ chains. White-label, non-custodial, live in minutes.

Swap Optimism

Trade ETH for any asset across the network, routed for the best price.

Buy Optimism

Get ETH with any asset you hold, one step, settled to your wallet.

Supported on Optimism

Receive, hold, and settle ETH your way.

ERC-20BEP-20Native gas tokenNon-custodial

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Optimism FAQ

What is Optimism?
Optimism is an Ethereum Layer 2 optimistic rollup and the home of the OP Stack. It provides low-cost, fast transactions secured by Ethereum.
What is the OP Stack?
The OP Stack is the open-source modular framework behind Optimism. It powers a family of compatible L2s known as the Superchain, including Base.
Is Optimism non-custodial on U.CASH?
Yes. Transactions are routed on-chain and your assets stay in your wallet. U.CASH never holds your keys.
How does Optimism compare to the other coins U.CASH supports?
Optimism is one of 30+ chains and tokens on U.CASH. What changes per coin is speed, fees, and finality; Optimism runs on Optimistic Rollup (OP Stack). What stays the same everywhere is non-custodial settlement, best-price swap routing, and one account across every asset. Browse them in the /accept/, /swap/, and /buy/ directories.
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One account unlocks accept, swap, buy, and the rest of the U.CASH network across 30+ chains.