Chainlink

**Turtle**, a liquidity distribution protocol, has published an updated due diligence process for asset listings following a comprehensive security review. The protocol selected **Chainlink CCIP** as its preferred cross-chain infrastructure solution, citing its secure-by-default architecture as the determining factor. This decision builds on Turtle's previous adoption of the Cross-Chain Token (CCT) standard in November 2025, which enabled native TURTLE token transfers across BNB Chain, Ethereum, and Linea networks. The move reinforces Chainlink CCIP's position as a trusted solution for protocols requiring secure cross-chain functionality.

**Solv Protocol has fully migrated to Chainlink CCIP** as its official cross-chain infrastructure, moving over $700M in tokenized BTC assets (SolvBTC & xSolvBTC) away from LayerZero. **Key Details:** - Cross-chain transfers now secured by 16 independent node operators per bridge lane - Migration follows extensive security review citing CCIP's "secure-by-default architecture" - Legacy LayerZero bridges being deprecated - CCIP recognized by White House as critical infrastructure for digital assets **Why the Switch?** Solv cited recent industry events and determined CCIP provides stronger security assurances through native risk controls and proactive monitoring. The move signals a broader trend of protocols prioritizing institutional-grade security standards for cross-chain operations. [Full announcement](https://insights.solv.finance/solv-protocol-migrates-from-layerzero-to-chainlink-ccip/)

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has completed an initiative demonstrating how Chainlink embeds regulatory requirements directly into digital asset infrastructure. **Key Partners:** - Apex Group - Bluprynt - Hacken **Chainlink Capabilities Demonstrated:** - **Compliance** via ACE + CCID - **Reserve data** via Proof of Reserve - **Cross-chain interoperability** via CCIP - **Workflow orchestration** via CRE The initiative shifts compliance from manual processes to real-time enforcement, potentially accelerating digital asset regulatory frameworks. [Full announcement](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/chainlink-apex-group-bluprynt--hacken-partner-with-the-bermuda-monetary-authority-completing-key-embedded-supervision-solution-to-accelerate-digital-asset-compliance-302764119.html)

Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) has been designated as the exclusive bridging infrastructure for Coinbase wrapped assets, enabling cbBTC transfers to Monad's blockchain. **Key developments:** - Over $20 million in cbBTC has been deployed on Monad - Users can bridge cbBTC (with $5B+ in total circulation) directly from Base - The integration aims to accelerate DeFi innovation on Monad's high-performance network The partnership positions Chainlink as the sole bridge provider for Coinbase's wrapped Bitcoin product, connecting it to Monad's ecosystem.

Multiplifi is integrating Chainlink to expand distribution of its rwaUSD stablecoin, which has over $340 million in backing. The stablecoin is backed by tokenized U.S. equities including TSLAx and NVDAx from xStocksFi. **Key Chainlink integrations:** - **CCIP** - Enables secure cross-chain transfers across Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Monad - **NAV Data Feeds** - Powers integrations throughout the DeFi ecosystem - **Proof of Reserve** - Provides transparency and composability for the stablecoin The integration brings stock market liquidity onchain by connecting tokenized equity assets to DeFi protocols. This allows rwaUSD to scale across multiple blockchain networks while maintaining verifiable backing through Chainlink's infrastructure. [Learn more about Chainlink's tokenization infrastructure](https://chain.link)

**Amundi**, Europe's largest asset manager with €2.3 trillion in AUM, has partnered with **Spiko** to launch a new tokenized mutual fund called **SAFO** (Spiko Amundi Overnight Swap Fund). **Key Details:** - SAFO uses **Chainlink** for automated NAV reporting and secure cross-chain interoperability - Features an **EU-regulated UCITS structure** backed by fully collateralized total return swaps - Launching with **$100M in committed AUM** This marks another significant institutional adoption of Chainlink's infrastructure for tokenized assets. The integration demonstrates how traditional finance institutions are leveraging blockchain technology to modernize fund distribution and management. The move follows Europe's growing trend in tokenized securities, with platforms like 21X previously highlighting Chainlink's role as critical market infrastructure for connecting traditional financial systems to blockchain networks.

**DTCC, Clearstream, Euroclear, and BCG have released a new interoperability framework** for digital asset securities, marking an industry-wide consensus that assets must move across different systems while maintaining ownership, lifecycle events, and compliance. **Key developments:** - Industry leaders agree that issuing assets on a single ledger is insufficient - Assets need to transfer between systems seamlessly - Framework addresses ownership preservation and compliance requirements This framework builds on recent institutional adoption, including a cross-border settlement solution completed by Visa, ANZ, ChinaAMC, and Fidelity International under Hong Kong's e-HKD program. That solution demonstrated secure transfers of regulated assets with automated compliance and atomic settlement across private and public networks. The framework emphasizes the need for comprehensive capabilities including reliable data sources, cross-chain interoperability, built-in compliance, and privacy features to support global institutional markets.

**Chainlink has officially launched on Canton Network**, bringing institutional-grade data and interoperability standards to accelerate tokenization at scale. **Key integrations now live:** - Data Streams (including 24/5 equities) - SmartData (NAV & AUM) - Proof of Reserve - Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) **Early adopters** in the Canton ecosystem include BitSafe Finance, Kairo, Temple, Thetanuts, and Unhedged. This follows recent momentum including the **Bank of England selecting Chainlink** for its Synchronisation Lab and **Ondo Finance adopting Chainlink** for tokenized stocks and ETFs. [Read full announcement](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/chainlink-now-live-on-canton-accelerating-institutional-grade-tokenization-at-scale-302696344.html)

Chainlink has been chosen to participate in the Bank of England's Synchronisation Lab, a platform designed for industry participants to demonstrate use cases and explore business models for synchronized settlement. **Key Details:** - Chainlink will support synchronized settlement between central bank money and onchain securities - The Synchronisation Lab serves as a testing ground for next-generation UK financial infrastructure - This initiative represents a step toward integrating blockchain technology with traditional banking systems The Bank of England's lab aims to facilitate coordination between different payment and settlement systems, with Chainlink providing the technical infrastructure to connect central bank money with blockchain-based securities. More information is available at the [Bank of England's official page](https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/payment-and-settlement/rtgs-future-roadmap/synchro-lab).

Chainlink recorded **20 new integrations** this week across **8 services** and **12 different blockchain networks**. **Networks include:** - ApeChain, Arc, Ethereum, HyperEVM - Ink, Jovay, Linea, Morph Network - Pharos, Plasma, World Chain, ZKsync **Notable integrations:** - [@apecoin](https://twitter.com/apecoin), [@arc](https://twitter.com/arc), [@HyperliquidX](https://twitter.com/HyperliquidX) - [@Lombard_Finance](https://twitter.com/Lombard_Finance), [@megaeth](https://twitter.com/megaeth) - [@world_chain_](https://twitter.com/world_chain_), [@zksync](https://twitter.com/zksync) Most expansions occurred on testnets, indicating preparation for mainnet launches. The integrations span Chainlink's core services including price feeds and data streams. Explore the ecosystem: [chainlinkecosystem.com](https://www.chainlinkecosystem.com/)