Arbitrum Tests Cross-Chain Routes for Cost Savings
Arbitrum Tests Cross-Chain Routes for Cost Savings
馃攽 Cross-Chain Savings Unlocked
Arbitrum, a leading Ethereum layer 2 scaling solution, has conducted tests on 16 different cross-chain routes to its network. The aim was to ensure that users, referred to as 'Arbinauts', are able to save money when using the Hourglass feature. According to the report, the results of these tests were excellent. Arbitrum also highlighted that its community does not offer any tangible benefits beyond a corresponding role on its Discord server.
Today we tested 16 different cross-chain routes to @arbitrum to make sure Arbinauts are saving money on Hourglass. The results were excellent.
Noice Adds Arbitrum Support to Farcaster for Programmatic Tipping
**Noice** has integrated Arbitrum support on Farcaster, enabling automatic token tipping through social interactions. Users can now reward content creators with their favorite Arbitrum One tokens for likes, comments, follows, and quote casts. How to use: - Open Noice mini app on Farcaster - Select tokens from Arbitrum One - Set tip amounts per action - Approve programmatic tipping - Engage with content - Monitor wallet activity This integration marks one of the first social x DeFi collaborations for Arbitrum. [Learn more about Farcaster](https://farcaster.xyz/arbitrum)
Arbitrum Ambassador Program Expands to Singapore, Indonesia, and Argentina
The Arbitrum Foundation is expanding its Ambassador Program to three new countries in Q3 2025: Singapore, Indonesia, and Argentina. The program now spans 10 regions globally, with 318 active ambassadors creating content in 4+ languages. Key highlights: - Ambassadors generated 217M+ impressions from 10,500+ content pieces in 2025 - Singapore emerged as a hub with strong presence at Token2049 and ETHSingapore - Indonesia hosted ArbiLink event with 80+ participants - Argentina shows growth through real-world adoption via El Dorado and Bitso [Apply to become an ambassador](https://arbitrum.foundation/ambassador)
Robinhood Launches Tokenized Stocks on Arbitrum
**Robinhood** has partnered with **Arbitrum** to launch tokenized stocks and ETFs on the blockchain. Key details: - 200+ US stocks and ETF tokens will be available on Arbitrum One - Initially launching for EU customers through the Robinhood app - Traditional user experience maintained, backed by blockchain technology - Future plans include a dedicated Robinhood Layer 2 blockchain using Orbit stack This integration aims to merge DeFi and TradFi while expanding crypto accessibility globally. [Learn more](http://blog.arbitrum.io/robinhood-is-realizing-the-crypto-vision/)
gTrade Week Highlights: Volume Surge and v10 Preview
**GainsNetwork's gTrade** achieved significant milestones in 2025: - $60B+ Total Volume - $40M+ Revenue - $20M+ TVL **Upcoming v10 release** features: - OI Hedging implementation - Enhanced trader tooling - $200K trading competition launch The platform has strengthened its position on Arbitrum, contributing to the ecosystem's growth in tokenized RWAs and DeFi. [Read the full analysis](https://blog.arbitrum.io/gtrade-on-arbitrum-a-new-era-for-onchain-trading/)
Stylus Physical Redemptions and Mint Deadline
**Stylus** offers a unique opportunity for collectors of **Infinite Rainbows** by @JimenaBuenaVida: - Physical redemptions begin Monday, Oct 7 at 12:00pm ET - Mint deadline: Sunday, Oct 6 at 12:00pm ET - Exclusive minting available at http://mintstylus.xyz Don't miss this chance to participate in both digital and physical art collection. Mark your calendars and prepare for this limited-time event. *Visit the official website for more details and to participate in the mint.*