Kaiko Launches Layer-2 Index, Boosted by U.S. Election Clarity
Kaiko, a leading crypto data provider, has launched a new index focused on Layer-2 assets, the Kaiko Layer-2 Index (KSL2). The index, which tracks five key Layer-2 assets across Bitcoin and Ethereum, has seen increased interest since the U.S. election due to enhanced regulatory clarity.
The KSL2 Index, created by Kaiko, includes Bitcoin's sole Layer-2 representative, Stacks (STX), which has the largest weighting. It also features three prominent Ethereum Layer-2 assets: Optimism (OP), Arbitrum (ARB), and Starknet (STRK).
Kaiko's research, combining proprietary data and in-house expertise, offers unique insights into the crypto ecosystem. The new Kaiko Index in Focus series aims to provide deeper analysis of specific sectors, with the first edition focusing on the KSL2 Index. The index has traded higher since the U.S. election, benefiting from increased regulatory clarity, particularly in the U.S., which is seen as a tailwind for Layer-2 assets in 2025.
The Kaiko Layer-2 Index (KSL2) simplifies investment in the Layer-2 ecosystem, tracking five significant assets. Its performance has been boosted by regulatory clarity, with the first Kaiko Index in Focus report highlighting its potential. As regulatory environments improve, the KSL2 Index is poised to remain a crucial benchmark for Layer-2 investments.
