Celer Expands Native USDC Bridging and Adds New Chain Support in January 2026
Celer Expands Native USDC Bridging and Adds New Chain Support in January 2026
❄️ Celer adds chain
Celer reported steady progress in January 2026, focusing on maintaining smooth cross-chain operations while keeping fees low.
Key Updates:
- Added support for a new blockchain network
- Expanded bridging options for Native USDC
- Continued processing millions of cross-chain transactions
- Maintained low-fee infrastructure across supported chains
The protocol continues operating as cross-chain infrastructure, enabling token and asset movement between different blockchain ecosystems without significant friction or cost barriers.
1/❄️January set a steady tone at Celer! We're keeping bridges smooth, fees low, and momentum high. With a new chain supported as well as expending bridging options for Native $USDC, we're kicking things off right for 2026. 🌈 Let’s take a look at what Celer looks like today:
🌉 Plume Network Joins Celer Bridge with Native USDC Support
Celer Network has integrated **Plume Network** into its cross-chain bridge infrastructure, expanding interoperability options for users. **Key Updates:** - New chain support for Plume Network added to cBridge - Circle's native USDC now available for bridging to Plume - BNB Chain Gasless & Feeless Carnival campaign extended The integration allows users to bridge USDC to Plume Network through Celer's infrastructure. The ongoing BNB Chain campaign continues to offer zero gas and bridging fees for select tokens including USDC, USDT, and FDUSD on supported source chains. More details: [BNB Bridging Campaign](https://blog.celer.network/2024/09/19/bridge-and-save-join-the-bnb-bridging-bonanza/)
cBridge Covers $4.5M in Gas Fees as BNB Chain Extends Zero-Fee Carnival
cBridge has covered over $4.5 million in stablecoin gas fees as part of BNB Chain's extended zero-fee initiative. **Key Details:** - USDC transfers on BNB Chain remain completely gas-free and fee-free - The 0 Fee Carnival promotion has been extended through February 28, 2026 - Users can transfer stablecoins without worrying about transaction costs This extension builds on previous gas-free campaigns, including a partnership with Meson Finance that offered zero fees on USDT transfers, bridging, and CEX withdrawals on BNB Chain. The initiative demonstrates ongoing efforts to reduce friction in cross-chain stablecoin transfers and make blockchain transactions more accessible to users.
BNB Bridging Bonanza Extended Through December 2025
The **BNB Bridging Bonanza** has been extended again, now running through **December 31, 2025**. **Key Benefits:** - Bridge USDC to BNB Chain with **0 gas fees** - **0 bridging fees** via cBridge - Earn **FDUSD rebates** on transactions - Up to **$1,000 in FDUSD** gas rebates available This marks the second extension of the program, which originally launched earlier this year. The initiative allows users to move stablecoins like USDC, USDT, and FDUSD to BNB Chain without typical transaction costs. [Learn more about the program](https://blog.celer.network/2024/09/19/bridge-and-save-join-the-bnb-bridging-bonanza/)
🍂 Celer's October Surprise
**Celer Network** wrapped up a quiet September while working on **exciting developments** set to launch in October. The **BNB Chain Gasless & Feeless Carnival** has been extended, allowing users to bridge USDT to BNB Chain with **zero gas and fee costs** using Celer cBridge. - Campaign continues through October 31, 2025 - Free bridging for USDT transactions - New features coming in October The team has been **heads-down developing** behind the scenes while maintaining their popular bridging campaign. [Learn more about the carnival](https://blog.celer.network/2024/09/19/bridge-and-save-join-the-bnb-bridging-bonanza/)