Optimism and Blockchain for Businesses: Interview with Kyle Jenke
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The adoption of blockchain by large enterprises is entering a new phase. An increasing number of global companies are considering the creation of proprietary on-chain infrastructures, no longer as mere experiments, but as strategic components of their business model. We discussed this with Kyle Jenke, Chief Business Officer of Optimism, in an exclusive interview where he explained why more enterprises are choosing the OP Stack, what the main needs of companies are, and why 2026 could represent a real turning point for on-chain finance. Optimism as a Launchpad for Enterprise Blockchain Optimism has established itself as one of the most significant Layer 2 infrastructures in the Ethereum ecosystem. Today, approximately 70% of Layer 2 transactions and 15% of all crypto transactions pass through the OP Chains. According to Jenke, the mission of the project is clear: “We want to be the launchpad for businesses that wish to build their own blockchain.” Not surprisingly, leading companies such as Coinbase (Base), Uniswap (UniChain), Kraken, Sony (Soneium), OKX, and Upbit have already chosen the OP Stack. What Companies Really Look for in a Layer 2 From the experience gained with over 35 companies that have already launched a chain, four key needs emerge: Partner reliability, with a solid track record Scalability, to support high transaction loads Privacy, crucial for financial institutions and payments Customization, to stand out in an increasingly competitive market The OP Stack allows businesses to focus on their core business, without having to deal with infrastructural complexity. Why Sony Chose Optimism One of the most emblematic cases is that of Sony, one of the largest Japanese multinationals. The choice of Optimism stems from the ability to combine the security of Ethereum with high technical flexibility. Sony can thus develop custom blockchain products, maintaining high standards of security and resilience, without…
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