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Helio Protocol is integrating Chainlink CCIP on Binance Chain and Ethereum to enable cross-chain transfers of its decentralized stablecoin. Beefy Finance chose Chainlink CCIP for its cross-chain solution, leveraging its industry-standard security and reliability. Chainlink CCIP powers cross-chain transfers for Beefy's token through a burn and mint mechanism, allowing users to securely take their BIFI tokens across different chains. CCIP offers level-5 security and a separate Risk Management Network. It enables easy expansion of cross-chain offerings while maintaining high standards of security. CCIP's architecture features multiple independent nodes and code bases, ensuring decentralized and robust cross-chain operations.

RPS Network has joined Chainlink BUILD to gain access to Chainlink's oracle services and technical support. In return, RPS Network will allocate 3% of its native token supply to Chainlink service providers. RPS Network aims to establish a permissionless data and distribution channel using an AI data layer for improved user targeting. As part of BUILD, RPS Network will benefit from features such as Chainlink Verifiable Random Function, Chainlink Automation and Functions, Chainlink Price Feeds, and Chainlink CCIP to improve various aspects of its platform.

In the latest Chainlink adoption update, there have been 14 integrations of 6 Chainlink services across 9 different chains. New integrations include APX Finance, Archly Finance, BreederDAO, Landshareio, ParallelFi, ProhibitionArt, Thentic Tech, TRUST AI, xswap_link, and zkSync. This expands the Chainlink ecosystem and strengthens its presence in the industry.

Integrating the OP/USD Price Feed on Optimism allows for the creation of secure DeFi markets using Optimism's token.

CyfrinUpdraft, founded by PatrickAlphaC and leading security researchers, is offering a 24-hour course on auditing smart contract code. The course aims to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills for individuals interested in breaking into smart contract auditing.

The Cryptum SDK, backed by a grant, now provides native support for Chainlink Automation, Price Feeds, and VRF. Developers can utilize this software development kit to easily build on-chain applications using a single API.

zkSync has joined the ChainlinkSCALE program and Chainlink Price Feeds are now available on zkSync Era. This collaboration will cover the operating costs of Price Feeds and other Chainlink services, enabling Ethereum layer-2 to support developers and create a sustainable ecosystem.

Several premier institutions, including Swift, DTCC, ANZ, and Vodafone, are collaborating with Chainlink to explore the Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). The collaborations involve demonstrating secure and scalable cross-chain transfer of tokenized assets, exploring use cases that could redefine the financial industry, enabling cross-border tokenized asset purchases, and connecting IoT devices for global trade. Swell Network is integrating Chainlink CCIP to facilitate secure cross-chain token transfers for its liquid staking protocol. Chainlink CCIP provides financial institutions with the ability to transact, post data to smart contracts, capture transaction status updates, and control assets with existing infrastructure. BNP Paribas and Chainlink Labs recently discussed their collaboration using CCIP in a webinar. Nuon Finance, a Chainlink BUILD member, has integrated CCIP across multiple blockchain platforms to enable cross-chain transfers of their flatcoin, Nuon, pegged to the inflation rate.

XSwap has joined Chainlink BUILD to gain enhanced access to Chainlink's industry-leading oracle services and technical support. In return, XSwap will make 6.5% of its total native token supply available to Chainlink service providers. XSwap aims to support the onchain economy with secure cross-chain payments underpinned by Chainlink CCIP and expand across various EVM-based blockchains. As part of BUILD, XSwap will receive benefits such as access to Chainlink Price Feeds, Chainlink VRF, and Chainlink CCIP.

Chainlink's Proof of Reserve offers a solution for verifying offchain collateral, which is crucial for the growth of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). With a potential market size of trillions, the need for a trustworthy verification system is essential.