Proto-USD Launches on Avalanche L1 Testnet with USDC Integration
Proto-USD Launches on Avalanche L1 Testnet with USDC Integration
馃寜 USDC Bridges Get Simpler
VIA Labs has deployed Proto-USD on testnet for all Avalanche L1s, integrating Circle's Bridged USDC Standard and Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP).
Key features:
- Enables USDC transfers from Ethereum, Base, and soon Solana
- Utilizes Avalanche's native ICM infrastructure
- Sets foundation for native USDC issuance
The protocol is now live for testing at Proto-USD Bridge. This follows the successful mainnet deployment of Proto-USD in January 2025, which established cross-chain USDC transfer capabilities.
Blockchain teams interested in integration can contact VIA Labs directly.
Launch Update! Proto-USD for ICM is ready on testnet for all Avalanche L1s! 馃敽 This technology combines @avax's native ICM infrastructure with the Bridged USDC Standard and CCTP. Setting up all L1鈥檚 who adopt it on an onboarding path to native USDC issuance! Avalanche L1s can
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