Cross-Chain Overview

An overview of Libre's cross-chain bridges and interoperability solutions

Libre offers multiple solutions for seamless movement of assets between different blockchains, enabling true cross-chain interoperability.

Available Bridges

Libre supports several bridge technologies to connect with various blockchains:

Libre CrossLink (BTC Bridge)

Our flagship bridge technology using Multi-Party Computation (MPC) and Threshold Signature Schemes (TSS) to provide:

• Trustless Bitcoin-Libre bridging

• Segregated Bitcoin vault infrastructure

• Full smart contract programmability

USDT / Ethereum Bridge

Enables seamless movement of USDT between Ethereum and Libre through a two-step process:

• Currently supports Ethereum mainnet

• Coming soon: Polygon (MATIC) and additional networks

Bitcoin Lightning Network

Fast, low-fee Bitcoin transactions through Lightning Network integration:

• Instant BTC payments

• Micropayments support

• Lightning node infrastructure

Legacy pNetwork

Information on the previous bridge solution used before the development of CrossLink.

Bridge Comparison

For a detailed comparison of how Libre CrossLink compares to other major Bitcoin bridge solutions like THORchain and Liquid, see our bridge comparison guide.

Key Benefits

Libre's cross-chain interoperability solutions provide several advantages:

1. Asset Diversity: Access to Bitcoin, USDT, and more through a single platform

2. Multiple Integration Options: Choose between wrapped tokens and direct vault interaction

3. Smart Contract Programmability: Build complex applications that leverage cross-chain assets

4. Security First: All bridges are designed with robust security measures

5. Validator Incentives: Validators earn fees in multiple currencies by securing bridges

Our bridges connect the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem to Libre's powerful smart contract capabilities, enabling developers to create sophisticated cross-chain applications.