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📊@USDT0_to supply is at ~$1 billion. One potential impact of USDT0 -- an interoperable version of USDT, powered by @LayerZero_Core's OFT standard -- is that it will strengthen Ethereum's role as an asset hub. Mint USDT on Ethereum -> convert to USDT0 -> access USDT everywhere

In 2023, the Mantra Foundation was planning to mint a new token, $AUM, and use it as a gas token. But some third party convinced them to use the same OM token. The reason was simple: $OM was already listed on #Binance    and other top exchanges; it was easy to create the hype and pump the token. As the team controlled 90% of the OM token, it was easy for them to pump the token (FDV was also below $20 million). In December 2023, just before the first price pump from $20M FDV to $100M FDV, the CEX supply dropped by 20% within a few days. Less supply on exchange makes it easy to pump the prices. But it is looking normal, right? Here is the main problem 👇 The wallets that received the tokens started to redeposit the tokens on the exchange after a few months. They dumped the tokens and booked profits. The similar thing happened before the second pump in Feb 2024, when the $OM price jumped from $200M FDV to $1B FDV. Approximately 25% of the CEX holdings were withdrawn immediately before the price pump, and all of them were dumped after a few months. 2 days ago, the price of the #OM token crashed 90% 📉🔻 The team completely denied any involvement in the token crash. They are blaming CEXes for manipulation and price dumps. Now the question remains the same: Who is the real culprit?

Ethena Labs: We have agreed with BaFin to wind down all activities of Ethena GMBH and will no longer be pursuing the MiCAR authorization in Germany. Ethena GmbH has not conducted any mint or redeem activity since March 21, 2025, and all activity has been carried out by Ethena

Cross-Chain Bridges & Interoperability: Connecting Blockchains Together Safely As the blockchain space continues to grow, new chains emerge with unique features, ecosystems, and use cases. But there's one big problem: blockchains don’t naturally talk to each other. That’s where cross-chain bridges and interoperability protocols come in building the highways that connect these isolated networks and unlock a more unified, efficient Web3. But how do they work, and more importantly, how can we make them safe? Why Interoperability Matters Imagine if each internet website was a separate, unconnected network. You’d need a new browser for every site. That’s what today’s multi-chain world looks like. From Ethereum to Solana, Cosmos to Polkadot each blockchain is siloed. Without interoperability, users are limited in: • Moving assets between chains • Using apps across ecosystems • Sharing liquidity and data • Scaling dApps beyond a single network Cross-chain bridges solve this. What Are Cross-Chain Bridges? Cross-chain bridges allow users to move digital assets or data from one blockchain to another. For example: You can send USDC from Ethereum to Arbitrum, or move SOL to Ethereum-compatible DeFi apps. Bridges can be: • Lock-and-mint: Lock your token on Chain A, mint a wrapped version on Chain B (e.g., wBTC). • Burn-and-release: Burn tokens on one chain, release them on another. • Native swaps: Some advanced bridges enable direct native-to-native asset swaps without wrapping. Popular Cross-Chain Bridges • Wormhole: Connects Solana, Ethereum, BNB Chain, and more. • LayerZero: Messaging protocol enabling secure omnichain communication. • Synapse Protocol: A cross-chain DEX with bridge functionality. • Axelar: Cross-chain infrastructure with programmable interoperability. Interoperability Beyond Just Tokens True interoperability isn’t just about moving tokens. It’s about composability: letting smart contracts on one chain interact with those on another. • Polkadot uses a shared security model to connect parachains. • Cosmos uses IBC (Inter-Blockchain Communication) for data and asset flow across zones. • LayerZero enables smart contract messaging across chains like Ethereum, BNB, and Arbitrum. The Security Problem with Bridges Cross-chain bridges are one of the biggest security risks in crypto. Over $2.5 billion has been lost to bridge hacks in the last few years. Why? • Bridges are complex, with multiple layers of smart contracts. • They often rely on a small set of validators or oracles. • Attackers target vulnerabilities in bridge design or validator consensus. The challenge is building bridges that are both flexible and secure. How Can We Make Bridges Safer? 1. Decentralized Validation: Use a larger, more distributed validator set. 2. Audits & Bug Bounties: Regular code checks and incentives for white-hat hackers. 3. Native Chain Collaboration: Encourage bridges built with support from both chains involved. 4. Message-based Protocols: Use secure messaging (like LayerZero or Axelar) rather than just wrapping assets. The Future of Interoperability • Modular Blockchains: Like Celestia and Avail will need secure messaging to connect to execution layers. • Omnichain dApps: Apps that can deploy once and run everywhere. • Unified Liquidity: Seamless flow of assets and yield opportunities across ecosystems. Interoperability is the key to scaling Web3 from isolated chains into a truly connected, global financial layer. Final Thoughts Cross-chain bridges are the lifelines of the multi-chain future enabling smoother, more efficient interaction between ecosystems. But with great connectivity comes great responsibility. Security must evolve alongside scalability to ensure bridges don't become chokepoints. The future of crypto isn’t just multi-chain. It’s interconnected, secure, and unstoppable.