Moonriver and Moonbeam are each independent layer one networks
Moonriver and Moonbeam are independent Layer-1 networks. Layer-1 refers to a base network, such as Bitcoin, BNB Chain, or Ethereum, and its underlying infrastructure. Layer-1 blockchains can validate and finalize transactions without the need for another network. In other words, a protocol is Layer-1 when it processes and completes transactions on its blockchain and has its native token, used to pay for transaction fees.
New code ships to Moonriver first, where it can be tested and verified under real economic conditions. Once proven, the same code is then shipped to Moonbeam on Polkadot. Dapp developers can deploy to either or both networks depending on which Relay Chain (Kusama or Polkadot) they wish to access. By adopting Ethereum’s tooling standards and implementing the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) environment, Moonbeam and Moonriver minimize the work needed to deploy existing Ethereum-based applications to…
