Sonic Labs Mainnet Launch: Free Bridging Week on rhino.​fi

**BTCfi has officially launched on Starknet**, enabling Bitcoin holders to earn yield across the ecosystem through Rhino.fi bridging. **Key Features:** - Bridge wBTC from Ethereum to Starknet via [Rhino.fi](https://app.rhino.fi/bridge?mode=pay&chainIn=ETHEREUM&chainOut=STARKNET&token=WBTC&tokenOut=WBTC) - **100M STRK rewards** backing the initiative - Multiple earning opportunities once bridged **Available Activities:** - Stake BTC for validator-backed yield - Lend BTC through Vesu and Opus Money - Provide liquidity on Ekubo Protocol and Spline Finance - Trade BTC as collateral for perpetuals **Eligible Pools:** - WBTC/LBTC - WBTC/SolvBTC - WBTC/TBTC - XLBTC/LBTC Users can borrow USDC, USDT, CASH with USDA and USDU coming soon. Full details available at [btcfiseason.starknet.org](https://btcfiseason.starknet.org).

**Rhino Smart Deposit Addresses** now supports TRON, enabling CEX-style onboarding without wallet connections. **Key Features:** - Accept multiple stablecoins, automatically convert to USDT - Programmable, reusable deposit addresses - No pre-funding required from developers - Fast deposits and withdrawals **Use Cases:** - App onboarding from centralized exchanges - Payment processing across chains - Treasury operations - CEX integration The system allows users to send tokens from any supported chain to a single address, with Rhino handling cross-chain routing automatically. **30+ early adopters** already using the service across multiple chains. [Get started with integration docs](https://docs.rhino.fi/sdk/smart-deposits)

**Rhino.fi has launched on Gnosis Chain**, expanding its cross-chain bridging capabilities to include the EVM-compatible network known for low fees. **Key features for users:** - Seamless bridging through Rhino's UI - Access to Gnosis ecosystem including Safe multisigs, GnosisPay, and business finance tools **For developers:** - **Smart Deposit Addresses** enable accepting funds from any chain or CEX - One-step settlement to Gnosis Chain - No complex bridging logic required **Smart Deposit Addresses** previously launched on Tron, Optimism, BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Ethereum, and Base. The system allows: - Single reusable address per user - Automatic fund routing to preferred destination - Mobile-friendly QR codes - Instant deposits without wallet connections The integration positions Gnosis Chain as a growing hub for real-world payments infrastructure. [Get started with Smart Deposits](https://docs.rhino.fi/api-integration/smart-deposits)

A notable transaction on Rhino.fi's bridge service demonstrated efficient cross-chain value transfer, where a user bridged 11.8 ETH (worth $29,174) to Solana and received 29,180 USDC ($29,177). Key points: - Net profit of $3 after all fees - Transaction verified on Etherscan - Showcases minimal slippage and fee optimization The platform also offers 0% slippage for USDT transfers through a partnership with Tether, particularly beneficial for larger transactions. [View transaction details](https://etherscan.io/tx/0xb9e7d731e3f2f5eab460740699492664923d03422b0d9fb9b061bcb126ef1fac)

Katana, a new yield-focused L2 blockchain built with Polygon CDK, has launched with native Agglayer interoperability. Key features: - Bridge access from 30+ chains via Rhino.fi using ETH, USDT, or USDC - First Agglayer CDK chain using OP Stack configuration - VaultBridge implementation for real yield generation - ~15% KAT token airdrop planned for POL stakers - Gasboost feature available for ETH transfers Katana graduated from Agglayer Breakout Program alongside PrivadoID and 0xMiden. The platform aims to enhance DeFi capital efficiency through unified liquidity and cross-chain transactions. [Bridge to Katana](https://app.rhino.fi/bridge)