HashValue Report: Web3 Infrastructure Tokens Surge in August 2025, L2 Sector Keeps Drawing Capital

According to the latest HashValue report, Web3 infrastructure tokens posted robust gains in August 2025, with Layer 2 (L2) blockchain projects continuing to attract significant capital inflows. The report highlights a strong investor appetite for scalable blockchain solutions, as the broader crypto market shows signs of renewed momentum.

Web3 infrastructure tokens—those that support decentralized applications, smart contract execution, and network scalability—have outperformed other categories this month. The HashValue index tracking infrastructure-focused assets rose by 18.4% in August, driven by increased developer activity and institutional interest.

Layer 2 solutions, designed to enhance the scalability and efficiency of Layer 1 blockchains, have emerged as the standout performers. L2 tokens saw an average price increase of 23.7%, with trading volumes surging across major exchanges. The report attributes this growth to rising demand for faster transaction speeds and lower gas fees, which L2 protocols are uniquely positioned to deliver.

HashValue analysts note that the L2 sector is benefiting from a wave of ecosystem upgrades and cross-chain integrations. These developments have improved interoperability and user experience, making L2 platforms more attractive to developers and end-users alike. The report also points to a growing number of Web3 applications migrating to L2 networks, further fueling token demand.

In addition to price performance, the report examines on-chain metrics such as active wallet addresses, transaction throughput, and developer contributions. All indicators suggest a healthy and expanding Web3 infrastructure landscape. Notably, the number of active L2 wallets increased by 31% month-over-month, signaling rising user adoption.

The HashValue report emphasizes that infrastructure remains the backbone of Web3 innovation. As decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, and social applications continue to evolve, scalable and secure infrastructure will be critical to supporting mass adoption. Investors appear to be positioning themselves ahead of anticipated growth in these sectors.

While the broader crypto market remains volatile, infrastructure tokens have shown resilience. Analysts believe this reflects a shift in investor focus from speculative assets to utility-driven projects. The report concludes that Web3 infrastructure and L2 solutions are likely to remain key investment themes through the remainder of 2025.

HashValue will continue to monitor sector performance and provide monthly updates on token trends, developer activity, and ecosystem health. The August report underscores the strategic importance of infrastructure in the Web3 era and signals a maturing market driven by real-world use cases.