What is cross-chain? How big are the risks of cross-chain?

What is cross-chain? How big are the risks of cross-chain?

Cross-chain in cryptocurrency refers to the technology that enables assets and data to move between different blockchains. It plays an important role in improving interoperability and expanding use cases. There is still much curiosity about its risks and long-term reliability. This special feature explores these and many other topics.

24 articles
Complete Guide to XRP Tundra’s Cross-Chain Implementation Complete Guide to XRP Tundra’s Cross-Chain Implementation
Comprehensive guide to XRP Tundra’s cross-chain architecture linking Solana and the XRP Ledger — dual-token system, verified synchronization, presale parameters, and GlacierChain Layer-2 roadmap.
2025-11-10 10:20
Cross-Chain Liquidity Aggregation: Unlocking The Next Phase Of DeFi Trading Infrastructure Cross-Chain Liquidity Aggregation: Unlocking The Next Phase Of DeFi Trading Infrastructure
DeFi has grown exponentially, but liquidity fragmentation remains a critical barrier. Discover how new cross-chain aggregators are finally bridging the gap.
2025-11-07 10:41
BitTorrent Chain (BTTC): The Future of Decentralized File Sharing & Cross-Chain Transactions
In the ever-evolving world of blockchain and crypto, few names stand out like BitTorrent. Once a revolutionary force in peer-to-peer file sharing, BitTorrent took a bold leap into blockchain after being acquired by TRON ($TRX) in 2019.
2025-11-04 18:14
THORWallet Enables the First XRP-to-ETH Cross-Chain Swap via THORChain
Switzerland – June 5, 2025 — THORWallet, the mobile self-custody DeFi superapp, has achieved a major industry milestone: the first-ever cross-chain swap from XRP (Ripple) to ETH (Ethereum) executed entirely within a mobile wallet without bridges.
2025-11-04 16:10
Balancer Breach Drains $129 Million in One of DeFi’s Largest Cross-Chain Exploits Balancer Breach Drains $129 Million in One of DeFi’s Largest Cross-Chain Exploits
The decentralized finance sector faced another major blow as Balancer, one of the industry’s most established liquidity protocols, fell victim to a sophisticated exploit draining roughly $129 million worth of assets.
2025-11-04 09:57
XRP Tundra Challenges Cardano and Polkadot with Advanced Cross-Chain Staking Protocol Launch XRP Tundra Challenges Cardano and Polkadot with Advanced Cross-Chain Staking Protocol Launch
The introduction of XRP Tundra’s Cross-Chain Staking Protocol marks a major step forward for the XRP ecosystem. The system expands XRPL’s traditional transaction capabilities into fully programmable staking through Cryo Vaults — on-ledger smart contracts
2025-11-01 22:52
Professional Analysis of XRP Tundra’s Cross-Chain Architecture Professional Analysis of XRP Tundra’s Cross-Chain Architecture
A technical overview of XRP Tundra’s cross-chain design linking Solana and the XRP Ledger through verified contracts, advanced liquidity systems, and Layer-2 scalability.
2025-11-01 18:30
Deutsche Bank’s Euro Stablecoin Moves Cross-Chain with Chainlink Technology Deutsche Bank’s Euro Stablecoin Moves Cross-Chain with Chainlink Technology
Europe’s stablecoin market is preparing for its next leap forward as Deutsche Bank and asset management giant DWS expand their jointly developed euro-pegged token, EURAU, beyond its original network.
2025-10-31 21:36
Hackers Drain $6 Million From DeFi Platform in Major Cross-Chain Heist Hackers Drain $6 Million From DeFi Platform in Major Cross-Chain Heist
Another decentralized finance protocol has fallen victim to an elaborate cross-chain heist - this time, Garden Finance, which lost an estimated $6 million in digital assets after hackers executed a coordinated exploit that spread across several blockchain
2025-10-31 09:58
SuperEx Education Series: Cross-Chain and Interoperability — The Blockchain Revolution That Breaks the Islands Apart SuperEx Education Series: Cross-Chain and Interoperability — The Blockchain Revolution That Breaks the Islands Apart
When we talk about the “blockchain world,” it’s actually not a unified one. Each chain—Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, Avalanche, and so on—is like a digital island with its own rules, language, assets, and community. But between these islands, ther
2025-10-30 15:57
Who killed the cross-chain king Cosmos? Who killed the cross-chain king Cosmos?
At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, the performance of the Cosmos ecosystem has drawn particular attention, but not for good reasons.
2025-10-29 17:45
Blockchain investigator finds traceability issue in Zashi wallet cross-chain feature Blockchain investigator finds traceability issue in Zashi wallet cross-chain feature
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has uncovered a privacy vulnerability in the Zashi wallet’s integration with cross-chain transaction protocol NEAR Intents. The independent researcher wrote an X thread on Tuesday saying he tested the system to find “design
2025-10-22 10:05
Circle launches Bridge Kit, a developer toolkit designed to simplify cross-chain transfers Circle launches Bridge Kit, a developer toolkit designed to simplify cross-chain transfers
Circle has launched Bridge Kit, a developer toolkit designed to simplify cross-chain transfers, starting with support for CCTP and USDC.  According to the company, the bridge kit accelerates the transition from prototype to production, whether upgrading e
2025-10-22 10:07
Near Protocol Neighbors XRP Tundra’s Cross-Chain Arctic Ecosystem Near Protocol Neighbors XRP Tundra’s Cross-Chain Arctic Ecosystem
Near Protocol has spent the past year expanding its sharding network, turning performance into its main calling card. Developer milestones released through 2025 show activity rising across Nightshade shards as new tools bring external assets into the Near
2025-10-16 10:57
From Hedera’s Enterprise Expansion to Aster’s Cross-Chain Power—BullZilla $0.00009907 Defines Top Presales With 100x Potential From Hedera’s Enterprise Expansion to Aster’s Cross-Chain Power—BullZilla $0.00009907 Defines Top Presales With 100x Potential
Explore Hedera, Aster, and BullZilla $0.00009907, the top presales with 100x potential, reshaping blockchain growth.
2025-09-29 14:40
What Is WalletConnect (WCT)? Exploring This Cross-Chain Connectivity Protocol What Is WalletConnect (WCT)? Exploring This Cross-Chain Connectivity Protocol
WalletConnect (WCT) enables secure, cross-chain wallet-to-dApp connections via QR codes, supporting 300+ blockchains with encrypted, seamless Web3 access.
2025-09-17 19:11
What Is Hyperlane (HYPER)? Exploring This Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol What Is Hyperlane (HYPER)? Exploring This Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol
Hyperlane (HYPER) enables secure, permissionless cross-chain messaging and asset transfers across 140+ blockchains with customizable security features.
2025-09-17 19:11
Cross-Chain Interoperability: Bridging Polkadot, Cosmos, and Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability: Bridging Polkadot, Cosmos, and Chainlink
Unlock cross-chain interoperability with Polkadot, Cosmos, and Chainlink, enhancing scalability and innovation in blockchain.
2025-09-17 19:16
Cross-Chain Interoperability: Enhancing User Experience in DeFi Cross-Chain Interoperability: Enhancing User Experience in DeFi
Learn how cross-chain interoperability improves DeFi access, liquidity, and user experience across blockchain networks.
2025-09-17 19:20
Understanding Cross-Chain NFTs: The Future of Digital Collectibles Understanding Cross-Chain NFTs: The Future of Digital Collectibles
Cross-Chain NFTs: Learn how these digital collectibles can move across blockchains, enhancing interoperability and market access.
2025-09-17 19:23
What are Cross-Chain Bridges? What are Cross-Chain Bridges?
Cross-Chain Bridges: Unlocking Blockchain Potential, Discover how they connect isolated networks, boost liquidity and support DeFi growth.
2025-09-17 19:23
Addressing Blockchain Interoperability: All About Omnichain, Multichain, and Cross-Chain Addressing Blockchain Interoperability: All About Omnichain, Multichain, and Cross-Chain
Blockchain interoperability refers to the ability of different networks and dApps to communicate and interact with one another.
2025-09-18 17:24
Ronin Bridge Taps Chainlink for Cross-Chain Security Ronin Bridge Taps Chainlink for Cross-Chain Security
Ronin Bridge Migrates to Chainlink CCIP, Moving $450M and Boosting Security
2025-09-13 09:51
Litecoin Adopts ZK Tech for First Time, Opening Cross-Chain Bridge with Bitcoin and Cardano Litecoin Adopts ZK Tech for First Time, Opening Cross-Chain Bridge with Bitcoin and Cardano
Litecoin integrates its first ZK rollup via BitcoinOS, enabling faster transactions and trustless bridges to Bitcoin and
2025-09-01 18:50