Ethereum Layer 2 rollup project Taiko has launched Katla — its final testnet before the expected mainnet, which is slated to go live by the end of the first quarter of 2024.

Katla, the sixth Taiko testnet from Taiko developers, introduces a new rollup design known as the multi-proof based contestable rollup. This combines elements of both Optimistic and ZK-rollups — expected to benefit decentralized applications requiring high throughput and cost efficiency.

In terms of its overall architecture and execution, Taiko is an Ethereum-equivalent ZK-EVM (Type-1), which has the same compatibility as the Ethereum mainnet.

“We are excited to share this latest testnet with our community and partners, aiming to further enhance the scalability and security of the Ethereum network. Taiko is the …