Stargate Deploys Hydra on Story Protocol's Testnet
Stargate Deploys Hydra on Story Protocol's Testnet
🌉 Story Protocol Gets Hydrated
Stargate announces deployment of Hydra to Story Protocol's Odyssey Testnet, expanding cross-chain capabilities:
- Enables bridging of stablecoins ($USDC, $USDT) and $WETH across all Stargate-connected chains
- Provides canonical stablecoins for Story Protocol ecosystem
- Unlocks true liquidity interoperability for users and developers
This follows recent integration with LightLink Chain and USD0 expansion on Ethereum and Arbitrum.
Developers interested in building omnichain experiences can access documentation at Stargate's GitBook.
The Omnichain is coming to Story. Stargate will be deploying Hydra to @StoryProtocol's Odyssey Testnet, providing the canonical stablecoins, and $WETH, for the ecosystem. Developers will be able to bridge $USDC, $USDT and (W)ETH from all of Stargate's connected chains ⛓️
Story’s final testnet, Odyssey, is now live. Nearly 100 ecosystem partners are building blockchain's next killer apps on Odyssey. ꧁IP꧂ is inevitable.
.@LightLinkChain will be utilising Stargate's Hydra for the canonical stablecoins within their ecosystem! You can now bridge USDC, USDT and ETH to LightLink from all Stargate-enabled chains 🔥 The Omnichain is growing. Bridge here: tinyurl.com/BridgeToLightL…
.@StargateFinance is now live on LightLink! With $40B in volume, Stargate is the largest bridge and app on @LayerZero_Core Our ecosystem partners can now benefit from Bridged USDC + USDT, serving as the canonical stablecoins for the ecosystem stargate.finance/bridge?dstChai…
It's time for a new OFT! @usualmoney's $USD0 and $USD0++ are now live on Ethereum and Arbitrum, and Stargate is here to support the expansion! You can bridge your stablecoins at: tinyurl.com/USD0onStargate 🔥
🚀 Partnership alert : Usual x Stargate We're thrilled to join forces with @StargateFinance! This brings seamless cross-chain transfers for $USD0 & $USD0++, connecting Ethereum ↔️ Arbitrum. We're just starting to boost cross-chain liquidity and DeFi access. 🧵 Read on 👇
LayerZero Foundation Proposes Stargate Acquisition
The LayerZero Foundation has initiated a significant move in the cross-chain ecosystem by proposing to acquire Stargate through the StargateDAO forums. Key points: - Proposal open for community feedback over 7-day period - Follows recent Stargate ecosystem expansion - Comes after $20M intent system proposal This development could reshape the future of cross-chain liquidity protocols. Community members can review and comment on the proposal through StargateDAO forums.
Stargate Network Achieves Multiple Chain Milestones
**Key Network Milestones:** - Sei Network surpasses $500M in transfer volume - Abstract reaches $100M+ in transfers - Total network hits $70B in transfer volume **July 2023 Performance:** - $3.95B transfer volume - 970K transactions completed - 34 new OFTs added - 5.8M API calls **Notable Updates:** - Sei Network now supports native USDC, USDT0, and WETH - PENGU token transfers increased 30% - Zero-slippage and zero-fee transfers available for OFTs - Instant settlement guaranteed for native assets *Network continues expansion with more Hydra chains and assets planned for August.*
Ethereum Foundation Releases July 2025 Treasury Report
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has published its July 2025 Treasury Report, providing detailed insights into: - Current asset holdings - Monthly earnings breakdown - Recent treasury activities and transactions This follows the updated treasury policy from June 2025, which established new guidelines for: - Token sale strategies - Fiat currency acquisition - Enhanced transparency reporting measures *View the complete report here* [Treasury Report](link-placeholder) For historical context and previous reports, visit the [EF Treasury Archive](link-placeholder).
Stargate Launches on Solana with Multi-Token Support
Stargate has expanded to Solana, enabling seamless transfers of multiple stablecoins and tokens including USDC, USDe, USDY, PYUSD, USDG, PENGU, HEMI, SEI, XDC, and CAKE. Key features: - Zero slippage and fee-free transactions - Perfect 1:1 execution rate - Integration with 80+ blockchain networks - Support for Circle's CCTP v2 The expansion follows significant milestones: - $250M transferred to Aptos - $7B+ moved to Base - Processing ~$69,700 in value every minute This launch strengthens Stargate's position as a global liquidity infrastructure, facilitating cross-chain asset movement with guaranteed settlement.
EURC Integration Coming to Stargate Protocol
The Stargate Protocol is preparing to integrate EURC (Euro Coin) into its cross-chain infrastructure. This development will enable seamless Euro-denominated transfers across multiple blockchain networks. - EURC integration marks significant expansion of Stargate's currency options - Implementation expected to benefit European users and institutions - Launch timeline targeted for Q3 2025 This addition will expand Stargate's capabilities beyond existing stablecoin options, creating new opportunities for Euro-based cross-chain transactions. *European users will soon have native currency options for cross-chain operations.*