Blast Layer 2 Service to Cease Operations; Users Must Withdraw Funds by October 26

According to BeInCrypto, the Ethereum Layer 2 platform known as Blast is shutting down. The operator has indicated that all users must withdraw their remaining funds no later than October 26. Responsibility for accessing those funds rests with three designated keyholders who control the smart‑contract addresses holding user balances. No further details on withdrawal procedures, timelines beyond the deadline, or actions by the operators are provided in the source material.