Ethereum Layer-2 Rollups May Misprice Small Transactions, Study Cautions

A recent study has cautioned that Ethereum Layer-2 scaling solutions, such as rollups, might be mispricing small transactions, potentially leading to elevated costs for users making low-value transactions. The study elaborates on the various mechanisms these solutions employ to bundle transactions and reduce gas fees, focusing on how these processes impact smaller transactions. Furthermore, the research investigates the consequences of this mispricing and suggests ways to refine pricing models to ensure all users get equitable pricing regardless of their transaction size. The study emphasizes the importance of understanding these mechanisms to foster the adoption and effectiveness of Layer-2 solutions.