Etherlink, the EVM-compatible Layer 2 network built on Tezos Smart Rollup technology, has become available on Dune, allowing developers, researchers, and institutions to conduct detailed analysis of its on-chain ecosystem. The integration is expected to provide broader visibility into Etherlink’s network activity, decentralized finance operations, and cross-chain transaction flows through Dune’s SQL-based analytics infrastructure.
The move represents another step in Etherlink’s effort to expand its presence within the Ethereum-compatible blockchain ecosystem while maintaining direct integration with Tezos’ infrastructure. Analysts believe the availability of Etherlink data on Dune could significantly improve transparency and adoption tracking for the network as decentralized finance activity continues to grow.
Etherlink was introduced as one of the earliest enshrined optimistic rollups and was designed to combine Ethereum-compatible development tools with Tezos’ liquid proof-of-stake consensus mechanism. The network supports Solidity-based smart contract deployment while maintaining low transaction fees and rapid confirmation speeds.
Rollup Architecture Enhances Security and Governance
According to the platform’s technical structure, Etherlink’s validation systems, fraud-proof mechanisms, and message-processing infrastructure are embedded directly into the Tezos Layer 1 protocol. This architecture differs from many external rollup systems that rely heavily on separate smart contracts for operational management.
Etherlink’s enshrined rollup architecture integrates validation logic and fraud-proof systems directly into the Tezos Layer 1 protocol, improving security, governance, and operational reliability.
Industry observers noted that this integrated framework could reduce infrastructure risks while strengthening governance oversight within the ecosystem. Upgrades to the network are reportedly managed through Tezos’ decentralized on-chain voting system, allowing bakers within the ecosystem to participate directly in approving major protocol changes.
The network also supports several widely used Ethereum development tools, including MetaMask, Hardhat, and The Graph, enabling developers to migrate or deploy applications with minimal friction. Transaction fees on Etherlink are paid using tez, the native token of the Tezos ecosystem.
Cross-chain interoperability has become another major focus for the platform. Etherlink currently supports bridging capabilities between Tezos Layer 1, Ethereum, and other EVM-compatible networks through interoperability solutions such as LayerZero.
DeFi Growth and Ecosystem Expansion
Since moving out of beta testing in early 2025, Etherlink has reportedly attracted several decentralized finance protocols, including Curve, Gearbox, Midas, and Hanji. The platform has also introduced ecosystem incentive initiatives aimed at increasing user participation and liquidity growth.
One of the largest initiatives, Apple Farm, reportedly distributed more than $6 million in rewards over two separate seasons. Analysts believe such programs have contributed to increasing developer interest and user activity across the Etherlink ecosystem.
Etherlink is now live on @Dune
→ Core network activity
→ DeFi protocols
→ Bridge & cross-chain activity
→ Stablecoins
→ Tokenized assets & RWAs
→ Smart contract usageAll queryable in SQL alongside every other major chain.
More info + how to get started 🧵 pic.twitter.com/epxZFAj0dg
— Etherlink 🔗 (@etherlink) May 13, 2026
The integration with Dune enables detailed monitoring of Etherlink’s transaction volumes, DeFi metrics, bridge activity, stablecoin transfers, and smart contract deployment trends.
Through Dune’s dashboards, users can now analyze data related to gas fees paid in tez, sequencer throughput, total value locked, borrowing activity, decentralized exchange volume, and cross-chain transfers involving Etherlink and other blockchain ecosystems.
Tezos X Upgrade Could Expand Ecosystem Functionality
Etherlink’s roadmap also includes the planned Tezos X upgrade, which is expected to enter testnet phases in May 2026 before moving to a governance vote for mainnet deployment in June. The upgrade is anticipated to allow smoother interaction between Tezos smart contracts and Etherlink’s EVM-compatible environment.
The upcoming Tezos X upgrade is expected to improve interoperability between Tezos smart contracts and Etherlink’s Ethereum-compatible infrastructure, potentially strengthening developer flexibility across both ecosystems.
The addition of Etherlink to Dune’s analytics environment is likely to provide market participants with deeper insight into the network’s growth trajectory and competitive position within the broader Ethereum-compatible decentralized finance sector. Analysts suggest that transparent data access will become increasingly important as Layer 2 ecosystems compete for developer adoption, liquidity, and institutional attention.
