Yeliz Akmaca 
Offchain Labs has acquired smart account infrastructure provider ZeroDev, marking a significant step for the Arbitrum (ARB) ecosystem. This move highlights the company’s goal of expanding beyond scaling and improving blockchain adoption. ZeroDev’s five-person team has fully joined Offchain Labs. CEO Steven Goldfeder called this acquisition the “logical next iteration” of the company’s mission.
Founded in 2018, Offchain Labs initially focused on scaling Ethereum through optimistic rollups. Goldfeder emphasized that the broader goal has always been solving the toughest user experience challenges in blockchain technology. He told Blockworks that this acquisition is not a single milestone. “We started with layer two, moved to layer one, and now we’re advancing to the smart contract layer,” he said.
We've acquired @zerodev_app!
One of the most talented teams in crypto building next-gen smart accounts.
This reinforces our commitment to solving the hardest onchain problems and building a unified development platform for all teams, regardless of their mandate. 🧵 pic.twitter.com/3Nf3eU9Q6a
— Offchain Labs (@OffchainLabs) August 13, 2025
ZeroDev supports over 5 million smart accounts across more than 30 blockchains. Its tools help projects deliver seamless user experiences and are actively used by Apecoin, Conduitxyz, Crossmint, Defidotapp, DIMO Network, and Infinex. This integration aligns directly with Offchain Labs’ vision for the $ARB ecosystem. Goldfeder added, “They are leaders and innovators in smart accounts. Their profile fits perfectly with our team.”
Improving $ARB User Experience with Smart Accounts
Smart accounts enable gas abstraction, programmable security, and automated transactions. This allows $ARB users to interact with the ecosystem more smoothly. Goldfeder noted that current challenges are not only technological but also involve fragmented developer experiences. “Wallet integration and support gaps make ARB transactions complicated,” he said. ZeroDev’s tools aim to eliminate these barriers.
He gave a relatable example: “When I watch a video on YouTube, it doesn’t ask me which cloud provider to use. Blockchain should be just as seamless.” This approach reduces friction within the Arbitrum ($ARB) ecosystem, including cross-chain transactions.
Offchain Labs’ Vision and Scaling Plans for $ARB
Offchain Labs continues to focus on technical scaling alongside user experience improvements. Hybrid rollup architectures and ZK-proof integration remain central to the company’s roadmap. As a result, $ARB holders can execute transactions faster and more efficiently. Moreover, this tools-first strategy directly supports the mass adoption of blockchain technology.
The ZeroDev acquisition marks a new era for $ARB developers and users. It ensures wider adoption of smart accounts and smoother interactions throughout the Arbitrum ecosystem.
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