Linea Adds Low-Cost USDC Bridging via Across Protocol
Linea Adds Low-Cost USDC Bridging via Across Protocol
馃寜 Pennies to Cross the Bridge
Linea has expanded its bridging capabilities with a significant update to its Bridge Aggregator. Users can now transfer USDC using Across Protocol with the following benefits:
- Bridge transactions complete in seconds
- Fees reduced to just a few cents
- Available through Linea Bridge
This complements Linea's recent Bridge Transaction Sponsorship program which offers:
- Free bridging for ETH and ERC20 tokens from L1 to Linea
- Automatic processing of pending transactions
- Gas coverage for transactions under 250k gas
Note: Users still pay L1 transaction fees, and some limitations apply.
Today, we're introducing Bridge Transaction Sponsorship as part of our Beta v1.5 release. We'll cover your bridging fees for transactions moving ETH, ERC20 tokens, and messages from Ethereum L1 to Linea.
Bridging to Linea from Ethereum is now FREE. Use our native bridge. We cover the L2 fees. No claiming, no guessing gas. Just send and go. bridge.linea.build
Through Linea Bridge Aggregator, users can now bridge USDC on @AcrossProtocol in seconds for just a few cents鈥攁 massive improvement over previous costs. We鈥檙e still pushing for more efficient routes to improve UX for users on Linea. bridge.linea.build
Linea Team to Present at Berlin Blockchain Week and House of ZKs Summit
Linea announces participation in multiple Berlin Blockchain Week events and the House of ZKs Ethproofs Summit. Key highlights: - @DeclanFox14 and @alexand_belling will present on ZK proofs, direct arithmetization, and limitless provers - Events include Ethereum Forschungsingenieurtagung, House of ZK, Builders Night, Eigen Village, and DappCon - @alexand_belling's keynote at House of ZKs Summit scheduled for 12:30 PM - @DeclanFox14 to join governance panel at 2:20 PM - @tanay1337 and @francescoswiss will provide event coverage and interviews [Sign up for House of ZKs Summit](https://lu.ma/hozkethproofs)
Linea Blog Completes Migration from Mirror to Paragraph
Linea has completed its blog platform transition from Mirror to Paragraph. This change maintains their commitment to delivering quality ecosystem updates and news. Key Updates: - New blog location: [linea.build/blog](http://linea.build/blog) - Content and quality standards remain unchanged - Subscription required to continue receiving updates *Action needed*: Update your bookmarks and resubscribe at the new platform to stay informed about Linea ecosystem developments.
Linea Leaders Discuss Ethereum Scaling Solutions
In a detailed discussion, Linea's team members @DeclanFox14 and @francescoswiss explore their approach to addressing Ethereum's core challenges. Key focus areas: - Scaling solutions implementation - Preserving Ethereum's fundamental values - Network enhancement strategies This follows their previous insights shared with Growth Manager @emacosc and Product Lead @DeclanFox14 about Linea's vision for improving the Ethereum ecosystem. Learn more in the full interview: [Read the blog post](https://www.diadata.org/blog/post/podcast-with-linea-chain-oracle/)
Denaria Finance Launches Public Testnet on Linea
Key updates from Linea's ecosystem this week: - **AbacusFi** introduces abcLYNX: Users can convert veLYNX to abcLYNX via LynexFi for autocompounding benefits - **Denaria Finance**, a new perpetual DEX, launched public testnet with testnetUSD trading and points system - **eforgs_on_linea** NFT community marked their 1-year milestone - **Franklin Payroll** goes live with multi-currency payment options for project contributors, supporting both fiat and crypto These developments showcase Linea's growing DeFi and NFT ecosystem while expanding payment infrastructure.
Aave Protocol Goes Live on Linea Network
**Major DeFi Integration**: Aave, the non-custodial liquidity protocol, has launched on Linea. **Ecosystem Updates**: - ENS team advances Namechain development on Linea - MetaMask Card introducing USDC and Coinmunity memes cashback - LucidLabs and Arcana Network launching multi-chain tools **NFT Developments**: - Limited edition Memenomics NFT (1,337 supply) - FoxyLinea NFT launch (10k supply) - PoH partner 0xmercle raising funds via 6969 NFT mint **Active Campaigns**: - Pond Dev Cookoff: $5,000 USDT prize pool - LynexFi testing rewards with Alphamind labs