# Base Base is a Layer-2 blockchain developed by Coinbase, designed for enhanced security and scalability, essential for decentralised applications (dApps). It is secured by Ethereum and utilises the OP Stack to boost functionality. Base focuses on improving reliability and security for on-chain developers and integrates seamlessly with Coinbase's offerings, providing easy fiat access and improving usability. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://liquify-2.gitbook.io/liquify/supported-chains/chainlist/base.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.