Stargate Expands Bridge Network with Multiple Chain Integrations
Stargate Expands Bridge Network with Multiple Chain Integrations
🌉 Bridges Keep Multiplying
Stargate continues rapid expansion of its bridge network with several key integrations in early 2025:
- TON (The Open Network) integration goes live with USDT transfers
- Gnosis Chain deployment approved for USDC & ETH pools
- Unichain integration launched with support for 40+ chains
- Story mainnet launch with USDC, USDT and WETH support
- Flow adopts Hydra as primary bridge
- Berachain integration goes live
- Abstract Chain and Degen Chain join network with USDC/ETH support
Community spaces discussion scheduled for Feb 19 at 6:30PM UTC to discuss TON integration and USDT transfers.
The StargateDAO recently approved a proposal to deploy liquidity pools on Gnosis Chain, connecting one of the first Ethereum sidechains to the omnichain network. Head over to Stargate to bridge USDC & ETH into the Gnosis ecosystem!
🚀 @StargateFinance is now live on Gnosis Chain! This integration strengthens @gnosischain’s cross-chain interoperability, enabling seamless asset transfers, improving capital efficiency, and expanding access to liquidity. Let’s break it down 🧵👇
Berachain is finally real. Bridge your USDC and ETH now.
.@DegenTokenBase has chosen Stargate's Hydra as the canonical bridge for their ecosystem! You can now transfer $USDC and (W)ETH to and from the Degen chain on Stargate. Degen’s native token, $DEGEN, has also adopted the OFT standard and can be bridged to and from Solana! 🎩💫
Degens, we’ve landed on @solana! Begin trading $DEGEN now on @MeteoraAG! $DEGEN is an OFT on Solana via @LayerZero_Labs. Bridge seamlessly with @StargateFinance. Keep $DEGEN on Base, DEGEN L3, or Solana – wear your 🎩 everywhere. Adding a chain ≠ adding supply; market cap
The Open Network, now Omnichain. Bridge to @ton_blockchain today, right on Stargate's frontend.
Stargate is bridging into The Open Network. Tomorrow, we're hosting a spaces with the @ton_blockchain community at 6:30PM UTC to discuss the past, present and future for USDT transfers across the Legacy Mesh into TON. Set your reminder 👇 x.com/i/spaces/1RDxl…
.@AbstractChain mainnet is now live, utilising Stargate's Hydra! You can now bridge $USDC, $USDT and ETH from all Stargate connected chains ⛓️ Additionally, you can bridge your $PENGU OFT between Solana and Abstract!
Abstract Mainnet is now live. Enter a new era of consumer crypto at abs.xyz
Speed, incentives and world-class infra. All omnichain. @SonicLabs has built a chain to redefine DeFi applications, and following recent approval by the StargateDAO, has launched on Stargate. Bridge USDC into Sonic now!
Today, the L2 designed for DeFi launches omnichain. Stargate has integrated @unichain to boost the ecosystem with liquidity from 40 chains and counting. Head to the Stargate frontend to bridge ETH now!
Flow has chosen Stargate's Hydra as their primary bridge, connecting the ecosystem to a deep liquidity network made up of over 40 chains and counting! Head over to Stargate and bridge USDC into Flow now.
Stargate will be launching Hydra on @AbstractChain, supporting bridging of $USDC and $USDT, from all other Stargate-enabled chains! The StargateDAO also approved a proposal to support ETH transfers on Abstract. The next generation of consumer crypto is here, and it's Abstract.
Abstract is integrating with @StargateFinance's Hydra to deliver seamless cross-chain asset transfers. This integration will boost interoperability and liquidity within the Abstract ecosystem.
As the Story unfolds,꧁IP꧂ launches Omnichain. Hydra powers the transfer of USDC, USDT and WETH into Story mainnet, on day 0. To add $IP on Story, click add gas on destination at the bottom of the Stargate UI. ꧁Bridge now꧂
🎁 Mystery Pin Hunt
**Stargate launches Hydra Genesis mystery pin packs** at Token2049 Singapore events. **11 different brands** hidden in collectible packs - grab yours at these locations: - **Tuesday 30th**: Stargate Steady 4K Run ([morning jog](https://luma.com/zp3d80h7)) - **Wednesday 1st**: StarkCafe Day 1 with Starknet, KaitoAI, LayerZero ([event link](https://luma.com/StarkCafeDay1Singapore)) - **Thursday 2nd**: StarkCafe Day 2 ([same venue](https://luma.com/StarkCafeDay2Singapore)) - **Thursday 2nd**: Stable Summit featuring 0xLamps on "The End of Fragmented Finance" - **Friday 3rd**: HypurrCo ([final chance](https://luma.com/lxmncmkq)) **Limited quantities** available at each event during Token2049 week. *Show up early to secure your mystery pack before they're gone.*
🌉 $3B Bridge Day
**Stargate processed over $3B in transfers and swaps in 24 hours** as the official bridge for Plasma Foundation's mainnet launch. The cross-chain protocol facilitated massive volume during Plasma's go-live, enabling users to: - Transfer assets across chains - Swap tokens in seconds - Move large amounts without slippage Plasma launched with support for multiple assets including XPL, USDT0, USDe, AUSD0, weETH, and others. The network positions itself as "Money 2.0" - a stablecoin-focused chain. **Key developments:** - AUSD stablecoin ($170M) ready for multi-chain deployment - September saw $3B in total Stargate volume - Top inflow chains: Ethereum, Mantle, Linea, Berachain, Arbitrum Stargate continues positioning as crypto's primary cross-chain exchange infrastructure.
Plasma Network Goes Live on Stargate Bridge with Multi-Chain Asset Support
**Plasma network has officially launched** on Stargate, serving as the mainnet bridge for cross-chain operations. **Key features include:** - Instant swaps on Plasma in seconds - Zero slippage deposits for large transactions - Cross-chain XPL token purchases **Supported assets** span multiple tokens including USDT0, USDe, AUSD0, weETH, ENA, PENDLE, and USR across various chains. The launch builds on **$170M in AUSD stablecoin** backing from Agora, with planned expansions to Berachain, Citrea, Initia, and Sei Network. Plasma positions itself as a **stablecoin-focused chain** designed to streamline digital asset transfers without traditional DeFi friction.
BNB Chain Dominates September with Major Token Inflows
**BNB Chain receives perfect 10/10 rating** as it attracts significant token inflows this September. **Top 5 tokens flowing into BNB Chain:** - Ethena Labs - USDC - Tether - 0G Labs - Orderly Network The chain continues its strong performance from August, when it ranked as the most popular blockchain ahead of Ethereum and Base. **Key highlight:** OFTs (Omnichain Fungible Tokens) now move for free on Stargate, reducing transaction costs for cross-chain transfers. This momentum builds on BNB Chain's August success, where it led in smart contract deployments and active wallet usage across the ecosystem.
🌉 0G Token Bridges to BNB Chain
**0G Labs token now available on Stargate** for seamless cross-chain transfers. Key features: - Move 0G between 0G network and BNB Chain - **1:1 exchange rate** with zero slippage - Powered by LayerZero's OFT standard This follows recent Stargate integrations including TOWNS, USDe, and RLC tokens across various networks. *Access the bridge through Stargate's platform.*