BSCNews recently highlighted why the Optimism Layer 2 network deserves way more attention in the current market cycle.

In a tweet posted on December 9, 2025, the popular crypto news account pointed out that Optimism—one of the pioneering Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) solutions—remains surprisingly under-discussed despite its solid fundamentals.

Key points from the post include:

• Around $300 million in Total Value Locked (TVL), a measure of how much capital is actively used in the network's decentralized apps and protocols.
• Major projects building on its infrastructure, such as Base, Mantle, Aevo, and Zora.
• A native $OP token with a market cap still under $1 billion.

The tweet calls Optimism potentially "one of the most interesting L2 plays of 2026," urging followers to dive deeper with their comprehensive guide.

Layer 2 networks like Optimism help scale Ethereum by processing transactions off the main chain (while still inheriting its security), resulting in faster speeds and much lower fees. Optimism uses optimistic rollups, a technology that assumes transactions are valid unless proven otherwise, making it efficient and cost-effective.

With Ethereum continuing to dominate smart contract activity, established L2s like Optimism could see significant upside as adoption grows—especially if they're powering other high-profile chains and protocols behind the scenes.

While newer L2s grab headlines, Optimism's early-mover advantage and growing ecosystem make a compelling case for it being undervalued right now. If you're researching Ethereum scaling solutions or hunting for potential gems in the L2 space, this is one to watch closely heading into 2026.

For a full breakdown, check out BSCNews' in-depth Optimism analysis linked in the original post.