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Allbridge launches an On-Chain Campaign to Explore the Stellar Ecosystem

Allbridge — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:31:59 GMT

Allbridge is launching a multi-wave on-chain campaign designed to introduce users to the Stellar ecosystem through practical usage.

In 2025, the Stellar Development Foundation updated its strategic mandate to reflect the network’s evolving use — with increased emphasis on DeFi, asset issuance, and real adoption, rather than speculative activity alone.

This campaign offers direct rewards for completing simple on-chain actions such as bridging assets and interacting with ecosystem protocols, structured around a total reward pool $10,000 + super perks.

Campaign Structure

The campaign consists of five 2-weeks waves.. Every wave highlights different parts of the Stellar ecosystem and includes a $2,000 reward pool.

Quests are hosted on Galxe and are refreshed at the beginning of each wave. Rewards are distributed after each wave ends, based on on-chain activity and quest completion.

The first wave runs from December 22 to January 5.

Exploring the Stellar Ecosystem

The purpose of this campaign is to provide guided, hands-on exposure to the Stellar network and its growing ecosystem.

Stellar’s core strengths include fast, low-cost transactions, robust asset issuance capabilities, and an expanding set of DeFi and payments integrations. Recent integrations — such as the expansion of the PYUSD stablecoin to Stellar and ongoing pilot programs with financial institutions — demonstrate the network’s relevance for real-world programmable money and cross-border use cases.

The ecosystem also continues to show measurable growth in activity and adoption. Stellar reported strong on-chain performance and developer engagement, including record protocol usage and a growing community of builders contributing to DeFi and RWA infrastructure.

During the first wave, participants will:

• select and set up a wallet suitable for interacting with the Stellar network;

• learn the mechanics of using a Stellar wallet;

• bridge assets into Stellar using Allbridge.

Subsequent waves will introduce additional infrastructure and applications built on Stellar, providing a broader view of how the ecosystem is evolving.

Participation Requirements

Participation does not require a large capital commitment. A Stellar-compatible wallet and a small number of transactions are sufficient to complete the quests.

By keeping the entry threshold low, the campaign encourages a wider range of users to experience Stellar’s utility firsthand.

Reward Allocation

Each wave’s $2,000 reward pool is distributed across three participant categories.

1st category: new Allbridge users who complete their first bridge transactions into Stellar.

2nd category: participants with the highest transaction volumes bridged into Stellar via Allbridge during the wave.

3rd category: users who complete quests across multiple leading platforms within the Stellar ecosystem, encouraging broader exploration beyond a single protocol.

Exact allocations are determined after each wave based on objective on-chain criteria.

Distribution Process

Quests remain active throughout each two-week wave. After a wave concludes, eligible participants are evaluated, and rewards are distributed accordingly.

Participants may join the campaign at any stage and are not required to have taken part from the beginning.

This campaign would not be possible without the support of Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) and its ongoing commitment to real-world blockchain adoption. SDF’s updated 2025 mandate prioritizes ecosystem growth, developer support, and meaningful integrations that bridge blockchain technology with financial infrastructure — objectives that align closely with our shared goal of lowering barriers to entry and empowering users to interact with decentralized networks in a practical way.

The Next Chapter for ABR: Meet ABR0

Allbridge — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:58:46 GMT

We’re thrilled to announce the official migration from ABR to ABR0, a major milestone that brings the token’s utility directly into Allbridge Core.

What is ABR0?

ABR0 is the next evolution of the ABR token — an omnichain asset powered by LayerZero’s Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) standard.

This technology allows ABR0 to move trustlessly between EVM chains supported by Allbridge Core and Solana.

Becoming a Part of Allbridge Core

Users will be able to pay relayer fees with ABR0 when using Allbridge Core.

Payments made with ABR0 receive a 25% discount, calculated using the previous day’s average market price.

This feature makes cross-chain swaps cheaper and more effective, while seamlessly integrating ABR0 into everyday activity across the Allbridge Core ecosystem.

How to Migrate from ABR to ABR0?

Migrating to ABR0 is quick and simple.

Bridge your ABR to Ethereum.
Migrate ABR → ABR0 at a 1:1 rate using the official migration contract.
Start using ABR0 across all supported chains and take advantage of discounted fees in Allbridge Core.

New Beginnings

With this update, ABR0 takes its place at the heart of the Core and marks the beginning of a new era for the Allbridge community.

About Allbridge Core

Allbridge Core enables the transfer of value between blockchains by offering cross-chain swaps of native stablecoins. Being messaging protocol agnostic, Allbridge Core connects a variety of EVM and non-EVM networks.

Allbridge Core Expands to Unichain

Allbridge — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:59:56 GMT

Unichain is joining Allbridge Core!

As the integration goes live, users will be able to seamlessly swap into USDC and USDT on Unichain, expanding stablecoin access across our growing network of supported chains.

This integration allows projects building on Unichain to tap into liquidity from various ecosystems, while users from other blockchains can explore Unichain’s rapidly evolving DeFi landscape.

Alongside this, we are expanding our Legacy Mesh integration with OFT-powered USDT0 transfers, enabling swaps between Arbitrum and Unichain.

With Unichain now part of Allbridge Core, cross-chain transfers are more accessible and flexible than ever for builders and users alike.

About Unichain

Unichain is a fast, decentralized Ethereum Layer 2 built to be the home for DeFi and liquidity across chains. It prioritizes DeFi users, protocols, and developers with lower fees, faster confirmations, and more transparency.

About LayerZero

LayerZero is the leading blockchain infrastructure provider for cross-chain interoperability, allowing for data and digital assets to move seamlessly and securely across blockchains. LayerZero’s trustless omnichain interoperability protocol is. trusted by Paxos, PayPal, Google Cloud, and many others. Accounting for 70% of the total stablecoin market cap and cross-chain industry messaging volume, LayerZero has secured over $100 billion in tokenized value to date. The OFT Standard simplifies liquidity management, eliminates fragmentation, and integrates seamlessly across +130 blockchains.

About USDT0

Built on LayerZero’s Omnichain Fungible Token standard, USDT0 unifies USDT liquidity across chains without changing the asset itself. There are no wrapped tokens or synthetic representations — just the same trusted USDT, delivered more efficiently and universally.

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About Allbridge Core

Allbridge Core enables the transfer of value between blockchains by offering cross-chain swaps of native stablecoins. Being messaging-protocol agnostic, Allbridge Core connects a variety of EVM and non-EVM networks, empowering projects with greater liquidity access and flexibility.

Allbridge Core Integrates Sonic Blockchain

Allbridge — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:00:14 GMT

We’re excited to announce the integration of the Sonic blockchain into Allbridge Core. Starting today, users can natively bridge Circle-issued USDC to Sonic.

Sonic brings high-speed performance, making it a perfect addition to Allbridge Core’s selection of networks and expanding the options for the Allbridge community.

Projects building on Sonic can now tap into liquidity from a wide range of ecosystems, while users on other chains can explore Sonic’s rapidly growing DeFi landscape of dApps.

With Sonic joining the Allbridge Core family, cross-chain transfers just gotta go fast!

About Sonic

Sonic is the highest-performing EVM L1, combining speed, incentives, and world-class infrastructure, powering the next generation of DeFi applications. The chain provides 400,000 TPS and sub-second finality.

About Allbridge Core

A New Chapter For ABR Begins

Allbridge — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:57:25 GMT

A New Chapter for ABR

Today, we’re excited to share an important update on the ABR token and the road ahead.

It’s been some time since our last major announcement, but significant progress has been made behind the scenes. We are now entering a new era for ABR — one where the token becomes an active and integrated part of the entire Allbridge ecosystem.

Migrating to OFT: Embracing the Cross-Chain Future

First things first, ABR will migrate to the Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) standard until the end of the year — a key step in aligning with our plans.

By adopting OFT, we’re enabling a transparent, unified token supply across all supported blockchains. This migration will be powered by LayerZero, a leading protocol for secure and decentralized cross-chain messaging.

Putting ABR back into Allbridge Core

The OFT migration is more than a technical upgrade — it unlocks a new, practical use case for ABR.

Once migrated, ABR will be used to pay fees within the Allbridge Core ecosystem. This represents a fundamental shift in how the token functions, creating sustained, protocol-driven demand and cementing its role at the heart of Allbridge Core operations.

What Comes Next

The OFT transition and ABR’s new utility within Core form the foundation of its long-term transformation. This evolution is already underway, and we’re building each part of it with a focus on transparency, value, and resilience.

We are fully committed to delivering lasting utility for ABR holders. Thank you to our community — your continued support powers our momentum. The next chapter has begun — and we’re here to lead it.

Allbridge Core Partners with Global Ledger to Enhance Cross-Chain Security and Compliance

Allbridge — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:02:22 GMT

We are excited to announce our strategic partnership with Global Ledger, a premier blockchain analytics firm, to enhance our anti-money laundering (AML) monitoring and compliance capabilities. This collaboration reflects our commitment to pioneering robust infrastructure that ensures security and adapts to the blockchain industry’s evolving needs.

“At Allbridge, we believe that cross-chain infrastructure should be built with security at its core,” said Andriy Velykyy, CEO and co-founder of Allbridge. “Our collaboration with Global Ledger is about enhancing that foundation — amplifying our internal capabilities with tools that enable faster, more precise decision-making.

Through our partnership with Global Ledger, Allbridge Core harnesses the capabilities of their blockchain analytics suite to enhance cross-chain security and compliance efforts. This enables high-frequency wallet screening, unlimited transaction tracing with clear, intuitive graphs, and clustering and labeling supported by robust data. Additionally, it provides detection of mixing patterns and detailed analytics on the source and use of funds, empowering us to monitor and secure transactions across multiple blockchain networks with precision and efficiency.

Lex Fisun, CEO and co-founder of Global Ledger states that “Allbridge Core is setting the tone for what responsible cross-chain innovation should look like. They’re not waiting for regulators to catch up — they’re building with foresight. We’re proud to provide them with the analytics, alerts, and intelligence they need to stay ahead.”

By leveraging Global Ledger’s advanced analytics, we are reinforcing our commitment to a secure and transparent blockchain ecosystem. This partnership positions Allbridge Core at the forefront of cross-chain compliance, ensuring trust and reliability for our users and the broader industry.

About Global Ledger

Global Ledger is a Swiss blockchain analytics company providing AML compliance, transaction monitoring, and investigation solutions for the crypto ecosystem. Founded in 2019, the company supports over 2,000 digital assets and operates a database of more than 700 million attributed addresses, updated daily. Global Ledger enables high-speed, large-scale risk analysis with an average response time of just 500ms. It offers private server deployment for maximum data security and works closely with regulators, law enforcement, and financial institutions across Europe, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa. The company operates from Switzerland, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.

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CCTP v2 Now Live on Allbridge Core

Allbridge — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:59:30 GMT

We’re excited to announce the integration of Circle Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) V2 into Allbridge Core!

What is CCTP?

Developed by Circle, CCTP is a permissionless blockchain interoperability solution, now accessible in two distinct versions, designed to facilitate the seamless transfer of USDCacross supported blockchains. Since its launch, CCTP V1 has facilitated more than $40 billion in transaction volume.

Building upon the success of V1, CCTP V2 improves settlement times to seconds and introduces support for Hooks — unlocking new possibilities for cross-chain value transfers.

Expanding USDC Transfers: CCTP V2 Integration

With the launch of CCTP V2, Circle has expanded support to Avalanche, Base and Ethereum. We’ve now integrated these new routes directly into Allbridge Core, offering our users faster and more flexible USDC transfers.

These new additions join our existing CCTP v1 support, continuing our commitment to delivering the best possible bridging experience for stablecoin flows.

Building for the Future

At Allbridge Core, we’re always working to expand the cross-chain options available to our community. Integrating CCTP V2 is part of our ongoing mission to provide fast and reliable stablecoin swaps across diverse blockchain ecosystems.

Explore the new era of USDC transfers via CCTP V2 on Avalanche, Base and Ethereum — now live on Allbridge Core.

About Allbridge Core

Allbridge Core enables seamless value transfers between blockchains through native stablecoin swaps. By supporting both EVM and non-EVM networks and remaining messaging protocol agnostic, we offer a convenient and flexible cross-chain bridging experience.

Allbridge and Quarkslab Strengthen Partnership with Second Estrela Security Audit

Allbridge — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:58:20 GMT

Estrela, a decentralized exchange built on Soroban, has successfully completed its second round of security audits conducted by Quarkslab. The latest audit focused on ensuring the security and efficiency of its smart contracts, particularly the 3-pool implementation, confirming that the platform is well-prepared for its upcoming launch.

Quarkslab conducted an in-depth review of Estrela’s smart contracts, assessing their resilience against potential vulnerabilities. The audit confirmed that Estrela has a strong security foundation, with no critical issues detected, ensuring a secure environment for users and liquidity providers.

Quarkslab has previously audited Estrela, as well as another one of our projects deployed on Stellar, Allbridge Core. Their familiarity with our team and prior experience in auditing Estrela allowed them to conduct a highly efficient security review. Their thorough assessment was vital in ensuring that the smart contracts were correctly implemented, with a particular focus on the 3-pool mechanism.

With the security audit now complete, we are getting ready for launch. Quarkslab’s review played a key role in ensuring everything was implemented correctly. The full audit report is available here.

For more details on Quarkslab, visit https://www.quarkslab.com/.

About Quarkslab

Quarkslab is a dedicated team of cyber-security engineers and developers.

They aim at forcing the attackers, not the defender, to adapt constantly. Through QLab‘s consulting expertise and R&D, and their software QFlow and QShield, they share and scale their knowledge by making it accessible to everyone. They believe that security is everyone’s concern as there is no freedom if there is no security.

Their expertise combines offensive and defensive security in application protection and helps organisations to adopt a new security posture.

Allbridge Core Welcomes Sui as Our 12th Supported Chain!

Allbridge — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:55:17 GMT

We are thrilled to announce our Sui integration!

What is Sui?

Sui is a Layer 1 blockchain designed to be both developer- and user-friendly. It supports a wide range of applications with exceptional speed and low costs. Its unique architecture enables the simultaneous processing of multiple transactions, making it both fast and highly scalable.

Bringing New Networks to Allbridge Core

With Sui as our 12th supported chain, we continue to enhance the interoperability of Allbridge Core. This integration introduces a new USDC route, enabling seamless access to the growing Sui ecosystem. By bridging to Sui, users can now leverage its high-performance infrastructure for fast and cost-effective transactions.

CCTP-Powered USDC Transfers

Our latest update also extends support for Circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP), allowing users to swap USDC between supported chains with zero slippage.

Explore our new Sui bridge today and share your feedback!

About Sui

Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. Sui’s unique architecture allows it to handle many transactions simultaneously, making it both quick and scalable.

About Allbridge Core

Allbridge Forms Strategic Partnership with Crystal

Allbridge — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:24:11 GMT

Allbridge Core, a cross-chain stablecoin swap platform, is proud to announce its partnership with Crystal, a leading blockchain intelligence and analytics firm.

Boosting Platform Security with Crystal

Crystal, known for its expertise in blockchain transaction monitoring and risk assessment, has now become a part of Allbridge Core’s infrastructure, providing us with ongoing transaction monitoring. By utilizing Crystal’s sophisticated screening tools, Allbridge Core bolsters its ability to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks in real time.

Transaction Monitoring

As part of this partnership, we’ve integrated Crystal’s address analysis solution into our platform. Crystal’s advanced monitoring capabilities allow us to assess transactions for potentially malicious wallets associated with cybersecurity incidents, providing our users with a secure bridging experience.

Building a Safer DeFi Ecosystem

The collaboration between Allbridge Core and Crystal emphasizes the essential role of blockchain analysis tools for cross-chain products. Together our goal is to establish a safer environment for our users and the wider DeFi ecosystems. To learn more about Crystal’s blockchain intelligence solutions, visit their website.

About Allbridge Core

About Crystal

Crystal Intelligence is a leading blockchain intelligence firm empowering financial institutions, law enforcement and regulators with real-time blockchain analysis, investigative and compliance solutions. Our solution helps financial institutions comply with global anti-money laundering regulations efficiently. Investigators and government agencies leverage Crystal’s cutting-edge technology and unique real-time intelligence to solve crypto investigations. Available as a free blockchain explorer, SaaS, or API.