Bitcoin News Update: The Cross-Chain Transformation in DeFi: hemiBTC and USDG0 Propel Liquidity and Regulatory Alignment
- hemiBTC (BTC.ℏ) adopts LayerZero's OFT standard via Hashport to enable cross-chain transfers across Ethereum , Base, and other major blockchains. - BTC.ℏ's integration supports DeFi, gaming, and microtransactions while maintaining energy efficiency through Hashport's validator-backed infrastructure. - Paxos' USDG0 stablecoin, built on OFT, provides regulated liquidity across Plume, Hyperliquid, and Aptos with $645M TVL on Plume alone. - The convergence of OFT-based solutions and compliant stablecoins add
hemiBTC Implements LayerZero's OFT Protocol for Broader Expansion
Bitcoin.ℏ (BTC.ℏ), a cryptocurrency designed to withstand quantum threats and powered by Hashgraph, has made a notable advancement in multi-chain connectivity by partnering with Hashport, a prominent interoperability platform
LayerZero’s Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) protocol adoption further highlights the rising significance of cross-chain technology within DeFi.
For BTC.ℏ, collaborating with Hashport supports its goal of minimizing energy usage and enhancing practical adoption.
At the same time, the introduction of USDG0 showcases the scalability of LayerZero’s OFT protocol.
The merging of cross-chain protocols and regulated stablecoins marks a new phase for DeFi. As platforms like BTC.ℏ and USDG0 embrace interoperable standards, they are tackling major adoption hurdles such as fragmented liquidity and regulatory ambiguity. For investors,
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