Across Protocol Bridging Update

馃寜 Bridge Just Got Faster

By Across
Aug 14, 2025, 5:07 PM
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Across Protocol has enhanced its bridging capabilities with key improvements:

  • Introduced optimistic oracle system for faster transaction validation
  • Implemented bonded relayers to increase security and decentralization
  • Launched single-sided liquidity pools for improved capital efficiency

The protocol now enables near-instant transfers from Layer 2 networks to Ethereum mainnet, while maintaining decentralization principles.​ Transaction costs have been reduced by approximately 40% compared to previous versions.​

Note: These updates are currently live on mainnet and have undergone security audits.​

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