Optimism's OP token falls after Base moves away from the network's 'OP stack' in major tech shift Last updated: February 18, 2026 7:01 pm 2 weeks ago Share SHARE Base launched in 2023 and quickly became one of the most widely used Ethereum layer-2 networks. You Might Also Like Why Texas is buying Bitcoin from BlackRock before building a real reserve The $308 billion question: Can stablecoins thrive amid China ban? Gemini IPO filing reveals Ripple credit deal, $282M net loss in 2025 Did $600 million Pump Fun ICO fuel new memecoin season by legitimizing launchpad memes? Barclaycard ‘Makes Money Work For You’ unless you want to buy crypto – because its banned Share This Article Facebook Email Print Previous Article Bitcoin whales added 200,000 BTC in a month — but short-term demand is fading at the same time Next Article Kraken continues acquisition streak by buying token management firm Magna ahead of IPO push