Blast Goes Live on Dune: New Layer‑2 Data Now Accessible for DeFi Analysts
Oct 31 2024 – Dune Analytics announced today that the Blast Ethereum L2 network is officially supported on its platform, expanding the list of blockchains that can be explored with Dune’s query‑engine, visualisation tools and API.
A quick look at Blast
Blast is an Ethereum Layer‑2 scaling solution that distinguishes itself by offering native yield on both ETH and stablecoins. The network has attracted attention for its high‑return opportunities and a protocol design that encourages rapid growth of DeFi activity. Demand from the Blast community for on‑chain analytics has steadily risen, prompting Dune to add it to its catalog of supported chains.
What the Dune integration brings
By adding Blast to its data catalog, Dune now streams the full range of on‑chain information from the network—transaction volumes, contract calls, token transfers and liquidity metrics. Users can:
- Write custom SQL‑style queries against Blast’s archived blocks.
- Build interactive dashboards that visualise yield generation, TVL, and other key performance indicators.
- Pull query results into external applications through the Dune API, turning any analysis into a programmable endpoint.
The onboarding process mirrors Dune’s existing workflow for other EVM‑compatible chains, meaning analysts familiar with Ethereum or Arbitrum will find the same interface and documentation.
Community‑driven visualisations
Shortly after launch, several community members have published ready‑to‑use dashboards, including:
| Dashboard | Creator | Core Insight |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly Blast Transactions | @sliceanalytics | Transaction count trends and spikes over time. |
| Blast Total Value Locked (TVL) | @sliceanalytics | Aggregate assets secured across Blast protocols. |
These visualisations are searchable via Dune’s “Discover” page, providing a shortcut for newcomers who want to explore the ecosystem without writing queries from scratch.
Why the addition matters
Fredrik Haga, co‑founder and CEO of Dune, noted that the Blast integration responds to a “high volume of community requests,” allowing analysts to dissect the economics of Blast’s yield mechanisms and liquidity provisioning. Access to granular data enables:
- Research depth – Researchers can trace how capital moves between Blast’s DeFi applications, spotting emerging strategies or arbitrage opportunities.
- Risk assessment – Quantitative risk models can incorporate Blast’s transaction patterns and contract interactions, improving the fidelity of on‑chain risk scores.
- Product development – Builders of on‑chain tools, such as portfolio trackers or analytic dashboards, can now pull Blast data directly via Dune’s API, reducing the need for bespoke data pipelines.
Looking ahead
Dune’s roadmap signals a continued focus on expanding its blockchain roster. The team encourages users to propose additional networks through the platform’s Data Request list or to contribute dashboards via the Dune Catalyst program. As the Blast ecosystem matures, further specialised datasets—such as yield‑farm reward distributions or cross‑chain bridge activity—are expected to be incorporated, enriching the analytical toolkit available to DeFi participants.
Key takeaways
- Blast is now a first‑class data source on Dune, joining the platform’s growing suite of supported blockchains.
- The integration provides full on‑chain visibility (transactions, smart‑contract calls, TVL) accessible through Dune’s query language and visualisation layer.
- Community dashboards for weekly transaction volume and TVL are already live, offering instant insights.
- The Dune API can convert any Blast query into a programmable endpoint, facilitating automated data feeds for external tools.
- Dune invites further community contributions, signaling a collaborative approach to blockchain data expansion.
Resources for getting started
- Blast data overview – Dune’s documentation on the Blast EVM implementation.
- Building dashboards on Dune – Step‑by‑step guide for new creators.
- Dune API reference – How to expose query results as HTTP endpoints.
- Submit a new blockchain request – Form for proposing additional networks.
“The data must flow!” – a reminder that as more layers emerge, platforms like Dune play a pivotal role in turning raw on‑chain activity into actionable intelligence.
Source: https://dune.com/blog/blast-is-now-live-on-dune
