Ink

What is Ink?

Ink is a **Layer‑2 blockchain developed by Kraken** on the Optimism OP Stack, and integrated into Ethereum’s Superchain. Officially launched in December 2024—months ahead of schedule—Ink aims to bridge centralized finance to DeFi by providing a **secure, scalable, and user-friendly** environment for institutions and developers :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

As part of the Superchain, Ink inherits **shared security, governance, and interoperability** across OP Stack networks, while reducing fragmentation and enhancing composability :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.

Built with developer experience in mind, Ink supports Ethereum tooling like Hardhat, Truffle, MetaMask, and Rabby—enabling seamless migration without code rewrites :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.

Kraken received **25 million OP tokens** from the Optimism Foundation to support Ink’s development and sequencer operations—highlighting institutional backing and ecosystem alignment :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9} :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}.

With design goals centered on **simplifying DeFi access**, Ink offers one‑click ETH bridging, liquid staking, DEX integrations, lending, and more—all within a unified interface that parallels centralized exchange ease :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}.

Integration with Cryptoworth

By integrating Ink with Cryptoworth, enterprise teams benefit from automated subledger data collection, including:

• Deposit/withdrawals via Superchain bridges
• Gas usage and transaction cost by ERC‑20 or ETH
• Staking, lending, DEX activity, and yield movements
• Sequencer-based revenues and grant inflows

Cryptoworth transforms this data into detailed financial entries—allocating cost basis, recognizing income or expense, and generating timely journal entries for QuickBooks, NetSuite, or ERP systems, delivering **audit‑ready clarity and structured workflows**.

Learn More

• Kraken Ink Launch Announcement
• Kraken Blog: Ink on Optimism OP Stack
• Optimism Collective Mirror: Ink joins Superchain

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ink simplify DeFi for institutional users?

Ink is built on Kraken-backed infrastructure with one-second block times, user onboarding tools, and compatibility with Ethereum wallets. As a Superchain chain, it offers unified DeFi access through reliable, trusted infrastructure. Cryptoworth ingests bridging, staking, and trading events, translating them into transparent subledger entries. Learn more on our Crypto Accounting Software page.

Can I track Kraken’s sequencer revenues or OP grant inflows?

Yes—Ink funding via sequencer ops and the 25 M OP token grant are captured as institutional revenue in Cryptoworth. Fee revenues and grant tokens are categorized, enabling teams to tag and report them through GL exports. See our Crypto Audit pillar for detailed workflows.

Does Cryptoworth support bridge, staking, and DEX activity on Ink?

Absolutely. Any ERC‑20 or ETH transaction through Superchain bridges, DEXs, or staking protocols is automatically imported. Cryptoworth categorizes each event—bridge inflows, yield, and DeFi output—and outputs journal entries compatible with systems like NetSuite or ERP through our Accounts Receivable Automation Software.