Astar Network aids developers in constructing decentralized applications (dApps) and layer 2 solutions by furnishing interoperable web 3.0 infrastructure, financial incentives, incubation programs, and technical assistance. It aims to cater to the diverse needs of developers by endorsing EVM support and establishing a parachain wherein EVM and WASM smart contracts can coexist and interact seamlessly. Astar facilitates the integration of the Polkadot ecosystem with layer 1 blockchains like Ethereum and Cosmos. Serving as a Polkadot Parachain, it operates as a multi-chain dApp hub within the Polkadot network, offering support for DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, and allowing developers to shift their focus from infrastructure to application development. Bolstered by backing from Binance Labs and Coinbase Ventures, the project operates on two layers: the first layer is constructed on the Substrate framework, while the second layer leverages OVM (Optimistic Virtual Machine) to enhance scalability.