On September 10th, 2025, the Ethereum Layer 2 network Linea experienced a brief but significant sequencer outage just before a major airdrop event. This event raised concerns about centralization risks within Layer 2 solutions, despite no financial losses reported. Experts are now questioning how to improve infrastructure reliability and minimize the impact of such disruptions in the future. The rapid resolution by the Linea team, developed by Consensys, demonstrated efficiency but also highlighted ongoing challenges faced by layer-2 networks. Linea’s response indicates a commitment to addressing the issue, but the timing raises questions about future scalability and trust within the network.