VIA Labs launched a new cross-chain messaging system linking Stellar's Soroban smart contracts with Ethereum mainnet, enabling stablecoin transfers, tokenized assets, and cross-chain contract execution. This integration uses a burn-and-mint mechanism to securely transfer tokens in about one to three minutes, waiving protocol fees on Stellar during launch. The development enhances Stellar's interoperability beyond stablecoins, supporting broader decentralized finance applications. It was announced at Stellar's Meridian conference and aligns with upcoming tokenization plans by Securitize and DTCC's Stellar rollout.
Stellar's new cross-chain messaging with Ethereum provides context for cryptocurrency market activity. For readers following crypto markets, here is Pluang's snapshot as of Oct 29, 2026 13:01 WIB: out of 50 major cryptocurrencies, 8 rose and 41 fell. Notable movers include EOS at Rp12.649 (+8.13%), BAT at Rp2.530 (-6.54%) with 100% buy orders, and BCH at Rp5.124.511 (-5.35%) with 58% buy orders.
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