The Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution, Blast, has officially launched its mainnet, marking a significant milestone in cryptocurrency. This launch has facilitated the release of over $2.3 billion in crypto assets previously locked up by users seeking to earn rewards through staking and participating in airdrop campaigns. The initiative, spearheaded by the founder of the top NFT marketplace Blur, aims to enhance transaction efficiency and scalability on the Ethereum network. This development comes when the crypto market is experiencing a notable surge, with Ethereum’s price witnessing a 12% increase over the past week.