All news is rigorously fact-checked and reviewed by leading blockchain experts and seasoned industry insiders.
- The integration with Wanchain strengthens VeChain’s interoperability, connecting it to more than 40 blockchains and expanding access to DeFi markets.
- The rollout will support the growth of the ecosystem, with Wanchain’s bridge-to-earn model driving cross-chain activity, boosting liquidity and more.
In a recent development, Wanchain, VeChain’s technology partner for cross-chain bridges, has deployed a new bridge between VeChain and Arbitrum. The integration enables fast and high-speed transfers of ETH, USDT and USDC between the two networks. This step further expands cross-chain functionality for users and developers.
VeChain–Arbitrum Bridge goes live with support for ETH, USDT and USDC
The project announced its support for the recently completed bridge from Wanchain to the Arbitrum network. The platform called the development an important step toward broader Web3 interoperability. According to VeChain, this integration reflects continued progress in connecting ecosystems across the decentralized landscape.
The blockchain teamed up with Wanchain to build a new cross-chain bridge technology. This bridge enables asset transfers between the VeChain network and more than 40 major blockchains, including Bitcoin and Ethereum.
The integration is designed to extend VeChain’s capabilities into decentralized finance by allowing stablecoins such as USDT and USDC. Furthermore, it also allows other crypto assets to move freely across networks.
According to the project, the bridge will support connectivity to leading decentralized exchanges. Furthermore, it creates new trading opportunities and expands VeChain’s application ecosystem. The initiative aims to foster a more interconnected blockchain environment and accelerate the network’s entry into broader DeFi markets.
Additionally, Wanchain’s bridge-to-earn model allows users to earn rewards for completing various cross-chain tasks without crashing. It also promotes liquidity growth to increase the strength of the ecosystem, as mentioned in our earlier story. Cross-chain bridges are crucial in the crypto world to increase liquidity and lead to sustainable adoption of Web3.
Important developments within the ecosystem
This week saw some major developments within the ecosystem, the most significant being the rollout of the Hayabusa upgrade. After the upgrade, VeChain switched to a Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) model. It thus allows VET holders to stake their tokens and delegate them to network validators instead of remaining passive participants.
Moreover, the upgrade also introduces a redesigned symbolic-economic model. Instead of VeChain’s previous fixed VTHO issuance structure, Hayabusa ties VTHO generation and reward distribution to active wagering behavior, delegation decisions, and overall network participation.
In addition, the project also unveiled the StarGate 2.0 upgrade to the platform, which brings some important features to the ecosystem. This includes greater decentralization, higher reward APYs, lower VTHO inflation, improved economic activity across the network, and predictable low costs.