In a multi-chain blockchain world, cross-chain capability is the key to project success. Mitosis's cross-chain strategy is not only technologically advanced but also reflects a deep understanding of user needs. Mitosis adopts a Hub-and-Spoke architecture, which is a proven cross-chain design pattern. The Mitosis chain acts as the Hub, responsible for state settlement and asset issuance. Ethereum, BNB chain, Arbitrum, and others serve as Spokes, responsible for user interaction and asset custody. The advantage of this architecture is that the Hub can focus on security and finality, while the Spokes can optimize performance and user experience. Hyperlane integration is the core of the cross-chain strategy. Hyperlane is a permissionless cross-chain messaging protocol that supports various virtual machines including EVM, Solana, and Cosmos. Through Hyperlane, Mitosis achieves true bridge-less cross-chain operations—users can directly operate native assets on the target chain without going through the traditional bridging process of locking-minting-burning. Technically, Hyperlane uses Interchain Security Modules (ISMs) to provide customizable security models. Different assets and strategies can choose different validation methods, such as multi-signature, ZK proofs, optimistic validation, etc. This modular security allows Mitosis to adjust parameters according to risk preferences, striking a balance between security and performance. Warp Routes is a key feature of Hyperlane, allowing any ERC-20 token to be converted into cross-chain assets. Mitosis utilizes this feature to create a cross-chain version of miAssets. Users can transfer miETH on Ethereum to the BNB chain through Warp Routes, where they can participate in AMM or lending. The entire process is completed within 5 minutes, with a fee of only $0.02. From the supported chains perspective, Mitosis has integrated 9 mainstream blockchains: Ethereum, BNB chain, Arbitrum, Linea, Morph, Base, Optimism, Manta, and Scroll. Each chain has its unique advantages—Ethereum provides the highest security, BNB chain offers the largest user base, Arbitrum and Optimism provide low costs, and Linea offers ZK technology. Multi-chain deployment ensures that Mitosis can capture liquidity from different ecosystems. On-chain data shows that the BNB chain is currently the most important Spoke, accounting for 92% of TVL (peaking at $170 million in September). This is thanks to the support of the Binance ecosystem, including Binance wallet integration, Binance Alpha listings, and Binance HODLer airdrops. Linea ranks second with a TVL of $5.5 million, primarily from partnerships with the zkSync ecosystem. Although Ethereum mainnet has a lower TVL ($2.6 million), it provides the highest security assurance. The reliability of cross-chain messaging is crucial. Mitosis uses cryptoeconomic staking to ensure cross-chain security, including re-staked ETH. Validators need to stake assets as collateral, and if they relay erroneous messages, they will be penalized. This mechanism ensures that the economic incentives of validators are aligned with the security of the system. ZK proofs are used for cross-chain reconciliation of revenues and rewards, ensuring transparency. Compared to other cross-chain solutions, Mitosis has clear advantages. Traditional bridges (like Wormhole, LayerZero) rely on relay networks, which pose centralization risks. Polkadot's parachains require renting slots, which is expensive. Cosmos's IBC, while decentralized, is limited to the Cosmos ecosystem. Mitosis achieves permissionless, low-cost, high-security cross-chain operations through Hyperlane, covering a broader range of blockchains. Dynamic rebalancing is an advanced feature of the cross-chain strategy. When the yield of a particular chain declines or the risk increases, the system can automatically shift funds to better options. This process is transparent to users and requires no manual operation. For example, if the lending rate on Ethereum drops from 5% to 3%, while the AMM annual yield on Arbitrum rises from 8% to 12%, the system will automatically adjust the allocation ratio. Future cross-chain expansions include more Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions. Solana integration will bring high-performance trading, Avalanche will provide subnet flexibility, and Polygon zkEVM will enhance ZK capabilities. The roadmap indicates that 3 to 5 new chains will be added in the fourth quarter. The long-term goal is to support over 100 blockchains, becoming a true full-chain liquidity network. The optimization of the cross-chain user experience is also ongoing. Future versions will support gas fee payment—users can pay gas fees for all chains with miAssets, without needing to hold native tokens on each chain. The aggregator function will automatically select the optimal path, even if it requires traversing multiple chains, making it a one-click process. This will completely eliminate cross-chain friction. Security is the lifeline of cross-chain operations. Mitosis employs multi-layer defenses: smart contracts audited by Halborn, multi-signature wallets protecting sensitive operations, time locks preventing flash loan attacks, and emergency pause mechanisms responding to abnormal situations. The customizability of ISMs means that high-value assets can demand stricter validation, while small transfers can prioritize speed. From an economic model perspective, cross-chain fees are an important use case for the MITO token. Each cross-chain operation consumes a small amount of MITO as gas, some of which will be partially burned, and some allocated to validators. As cross-chain transaction volume increases, the demand and value of MITO will also rise. This creates a positive feedback loop. The ultimate goal of the cross-chain strategy is to achieve the free flow of liquidity. Users should not care which chain their assets are on, just like they do not care where the servers are when using the internet. Mitosis is building such an abstraction layer, making cross-chain operations as simple as on-chain operations. This is not only a technological breakthrough but also a revolution in user experience.
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