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Virtuals shifts $700M in VIRTUAL from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP for stronger cross-chain security

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04 Jun 2026
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Virtuals Protocol is migrating over $700 million in its VIRTUAL token from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP to enhance cross-chain security after a LayerZero exploit affected KelpDAO. This move aligns with a growing trend among DeFi protocols prioritizing more secure cross-chain infrastructure. Chainlink CCIP offers robust security features like independent node operators, rate limits, and institutional certifications, which are critical for Virtuals' autonomous AI agents that transact and move capital across blockchains. Despite the migration, VIRTUAL token price fell over 8% in 24 hours, reflecting market pressure amid infrastructure changes.

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