System-Level Shard Coordination refers to the process of managing multiple shards or segments of a blockchain to improve scalability and efficiency. Each shard processes transactions independently, allowing for parallel processing. This reduces the load on the main network.Effective coordination ensures that the different shards can communicate and synchronize without issues. It addresses challenges like maintaining consistent states, handling cross-shard transactions, and safeguarding against security vulnerabilities. Through this coordination, the overall system can function smoothly, offering enhanced performance and reliability.In practice, this involves protocols and algorithms that determine how data is distributed across shards, how transactions are validated, and how consensus is achieved. By implementing robust shard coordination mechanisms, blockchains can handle higher transaction volumes, reduce latency, and improve user experience.

Lido Launches Direct Staking on Linea, Expanding ETH Access Across Networks
Lido has launched its Direct Staking functionality on the Linea network, allowing users to stake Ether (ETH) directly without bridging