Manta Network

Modular blockchain infrastructure

Series A
New York, USA
Founded 2020

About

Founded in 2020, Manta Network is a modular blockchain ecosystem focused on zero-knowledge proof applications. Co-founded by Kenny Li and Shumo Chu, the project builds ZK-enabled infrastructure on Polkadot and Ethereum Layer 2. Manta Pacific, its Ethereum L2, offers a low-cost environment for deploying ZK-enabled decentralized applications. Manta Atlantic, built on Polkadot, provides programmable privacy for on-chain assets using zkSNARK technology. The platform includes Universal Circuits for developers to build ZK applications without deep cryptography expertise.

Products

  • Manta Pacific — A modular blockchain Layer 2 with fast finality and low gas fees, enabling scalable and private Web3 applications.
    Customer sectors: blockchain developers, DeFi projects, Web3 startups
  • Manta Atlantic — A Layer 2 blockchain bridge that will sunset in 2026, facilitating asset transfers before migration to Manta Pacific.
    Customer sectors: blockchain users, crypto traders, DeFi users
  • Manta CeDeFi — A program delivering centralized finance benefits to decentralized finance users within the Manta ecosystem.
    Customer sectors: DeFi users, crypto investors, CeFi platforms
  • Gas Gain — A product delivering value by optimizing gas fee usage for end users in the Manta ecosystem.
    Customer sectors: crypto users, DeFi traders, DApp users
  • Manta Labs Foundation — An initiative supporting ecosystem growth through grants, mentorship, and community programs.
    Customer sectors: blockchain developers, ecosystem builders, Web3 innovators

Market research & competitive positioning

Source-backed TAM / SAM / SOM sizing, displacement analysis, and an interactive peer positioning map for Manta Network — available to members.

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