Bitfinex Expands USDT0 Support to Optimism Network
Bitfinex Expands USDT0 Support to Optimism Network
🌉 USDT Gets More Optimistic
Bitfinex has expanded its USDT0 support to include the Optimism network, enhancing its cross-chain capabilities.
Key updates:
- USDT0, a USDt-pegged token, now available for deposits and withdrawals on Optimism
- Integration enables seamless USDt transfers across different blockchains
- Service also supported on Arbitrum and Linea networks
Optimism is an Ethereum Layer 2 solution focused on scalability and efficient smart contract execution.
Bitfinex now supports deposits and withdrawals for USDT0 on Optimism! @USDT0_to is the new USDt-pegged token enabling seamless cross-chain USDt transfers. @Optimism is the fast-growing decentralised Ethereum L2 designed for scalable smart contracts ✅ bitfinex.com/posts/1112/
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