Bridge
A system for moving value between blockchains, typically locking an asset on one chain and issuing a representation on another.
Also called cross-chain bridge · bridging
A system for moving value between blockchains, typically locking an asset on one chain and issuing a representation on another.
Why it matters
Bridges concentrate large balances in one contract and have been among the most frequently exploited targets in crypto.
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