Layer-1 blockchains are forever becoming faster, more efficient and more capable – and one particular Layer-1 has attracted particular attention in 2024 – Avalanche. With solid performance as its guiding mantra, Avalanche – otherwise known as the Avax Network – has gained a firm foothold in the blockchain industry – especially in NFT art, culture and blockchain gaming – with its unique multi-chain architecture making it a top choice for developers of some of the most promising decentralized applications.