> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://cereva-ai.gitbook.io/cereva/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://cereva-ai.gitbook.io/cereva/introduction/smart-and-cost-efficient-layer-1.md).

# Smart and Cost-Efficient Layer 1

### Preface <a href="#preface" id="preface"></a>

In the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain technology, scalability and efficiency are paramount for achieving widespread adoption, Cereva's mission is to establish new AI standards and explore AI application scenarios.

Cereva innovatively adopt a Layer 1 solution, directly addressing the scalability challenges faced by Solana and other blockchain networks. We emphasize empowering AI applications and promoting the implementation and adoption of artificial intelligence. Cereva offers a smart and cost-effective approach to scaling decentralized AI applications.

### &#x20;How Cereva works <a href="#how-optopia-works" id="how-optopia-works"></a>

Cereva seamlessly integrates with the Solana ecosystem, providing full compatibility and interoperability with the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM). Built on the Op Stack—a standardized, shared, and open-source development framework—Cereva aims to enhance both user and developer experiences without disrupting the familiar cryptocurrency landscape.

* **Efficient Layer 1 Solution**: Leveraging the Op Stack, Cereva achieves efficiency, security, and scalability. By moving computationally intensive tasks off-chain, it significantly reduces gas fees and enhances transaction throughput.
* **EIP-4844 Integration**: Cereva adopts Solana, introducing a new transaction type that accepts ‘binary large object’ (Blob) data. This innovation further reduces fees and increases overall efficiency.
* **Arweave Blob Archiver**: Data permanence and accessibility are guaranteed through integration with Arweave, a decentralized storage solution.