Caldera SANDchain Launch
SANDchain is a zk-powered Ethereum Layer-2 blockchain developed by Caldera, built on ZKsync and Calderaxyz, designed to serve as the financial backbone for creators and the wider Web3 economy. The SANDchain launch event hosted by Caldera is scheduled for October 14, 2025. This release marks the testnet launch of this innovative Layer-2 solution at the TOKEN2049 conference in Singapore on October 1, 2025, followed by public access to the testnet. SANDchain aims to empower creators on platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, and Roblox by providing a decentralized economy with tokens for reputation, creator support, and governance. Participation can be followed via Calderaxyz and The Sandbox official Twitter channels and community forums. Recent News In the last three months, Caldera announced the SANDchain initiative with strong industry backing and partnerships including Algorand and Allbridge to enable cross-chain bridges. The project detailed plans for a native token sale intending to raise around $800 million at current valuations. SANDchain also integrates AI tools to enhance creator and fan interactions and is positioning itself as a critical infrastructure for Web3 content monetization. Future Plans The roadmap includes expanding the SANDchain ecosystem by growing application adoption, supporting creator tokens, and enabling new financial tools for digital economy interactions. The project focuses on scaling solutions through zk-rollups for low fees and high throughput, expanding developer tools, and fostering community governance mechanisms. Onchain Data 24h transaction volume: Approximately $38M to $43M (Coingecko) Community Sentiment Sentiment is generally Positive, with community excitement seen on Twitter and Reddit about the launch and the potential of SANDchain to support creators and enhance token utility. Comments highlight anticipation for new creator economy tools and interest in the integration with popular content platforms. Risk Disclaimer The launch of SANDchain and its associated token sale could impact the SAND token price due to new supply and market dynamics. Users should evaluate project fundamentals and market conditions carefully. Sources used https://x.com/Calderaxyz/status/1975099812921126983 https://blockchaingamer.biz/news/40540/new-l2-sandchain-synergize-web2-creators-fans-onchain/ https://coingecko.com/learn/geckopulse-the-sandbox-introduces-sandchain-l2 https://playtoearn.com/news/the-sandbox-announces-sandchain-to-power-creator-economy https://twitter.com/Calderaxyz https://chainwire.org/2025/09/30/the-sandchain-foundation-announces-sandchain-to-power-creator-economy-transparently-and-equitably/
The Sandbox
October 14
