A less discussed but increasingly important area in crypto is the role of Layer 2 networks. As blockchain usage grows, scaling solutions built on top of major chains help reduce transaction costs and improve speed. Over the past period, activity across these networks has reflected rising user demand for faster and cheaper interactions, especially in DeFi and NFT ecosystems. While price attention often stays on major assets, infrastructure growth tells a deeper story about adoption. Long-term value in crypto is often shaped not only by speculation, but by how efficiently the underlying systems can support real usage at scale.