Crypto News Update: Base Surpasses Arbitrum in Daily Active Users for the First Time

In a major shift within the Ethereum Layer 2 ecosystem, Base, the L2 network developed by Coinbase, has officially surpassed Arbitrum in daily active users for the first time. The milestone highlights Base’s rapid growth and increasing dominance in the L2 race.

Key Stats (as of July 2025):

• Base DAUs: 1.85 million
• Arbitrum DAUs: 1.73 million
• TVL Growth: Base up 22% in July, now nearing $3.9 billion
• Top dApps: FriendTech, Aerodrome, and new GameFi apps

What’s Fueling Base’s Growth?

• Coinbase integration: Seamless bridge between centralized exchange and on-chain activity.
• SocialFi apps: Platforms like FriendTech are bringing in non-crypto-native users.
• Low fees + fast finality: Built on the Optimism stack, Base offers a smooth user experience.
• Developer incentives: Grants and support from Coinbase Ventures have attracted dozens of new dApps.

Impact on the Broader L2 Ecosystem

Base’s rise reflects a shift toward user-focused applications and real-world integration. It also shows the power of CEX-L2 synergy—highlighting how platforms like Coinbase can funnel users into on-chain ecosystems.

What It Means for Xoibit Users

Xoibit is actively reviewing Base-based tokens and dApps for listing consideration. As Base becomes a leading Layer 2, users can expect increased support for Base-native assets, faster transactions, and integration of Base bridges for deposits and withdrawals.