The Challenge of Cross-Chain Communication
Blockchains were designed in a very independent manor operating as isolated ecosystem. This independence helps to ensure they are highly secure but it also creates a major limitation when it comes to communicating with other
#blockchains . This means blockchains required external infrastructure to access or share data between each other but this opens the door to unwanted hacks or exploits.
Different blockchains have unique architectures, consensus mechanisms, and security measures in place. Fully decentralized blockchains need external infrastructure that does not compromise their security or their decentralized nature. Without a reliable solution, the full potential of blockchain technology, interconnected ecosystems, seamless asset movement and advanced cross-chain applications remains untapped.
Wanchains Cross-Chain Asset Bridge
Back in 2018 Wanchain noticed this need for external infrastructure to allow the communication and transfer of assets between these blockchains. Their solution came in the form of a non-custodial, fully decentralized and highly secure cross-chain bridge. This bridge allows users to transfer both fungible and non-fungible tokens across EVM and Non-EVM blockchains without relying on centralized intermediaries. By prioritizing simplicity and security, the Wanchain Bridge has become the industry’s most reliable decentralized bridge, maintaining over 7 years of continuous operation without a single outage or security breach.
XPort: Simplifying Cross-Chain Data Transfers
With the problem of cross-chain asset transfers between blockchains solved, recently Wanchain set its sights on solving the problem of transferring data between blockchains. The answer to this problem is XPort, a dedicated Cross-Chain Data Transfer Protocol that builds on the robust cross-chain infrastructure of Wanchains cross-chain bridges. Cross-Chain Data Transfer Protocols enable the transmission of any type of data, not just tokens, between blockchains. This capability allows these protocols to provide data directly to smart contracts on other chains, enabling the execution of complex on-chain logic and paving the way for innovative cross-chain applications.
The basic flow of all Cross-Chain Data Transfers Protocols is as follows
A user or smart contract records arbitrary data on the source chainThe off-chain component detects these dataThe off-chain component records these data on the destination chainA smart contract executes on-chain logic on the destination chain using these data
XPort is comprised of two primary components:
Off-Chain Relayer
The backbone of XPort’s data transfer process is Wanchain’s proven Bridge Node Group. These permission less nodes use cutting-edge cryptographic techniques, such as Multiparty Computation and Shamir’s Secret Sharing, to relay messages securely across chains. With a monthly rotation and re-election system, these nodes maintain decentralization and reliability. Cross-Chain Gateways
Lightweight smart contracts deployed on supported blockchains, these gateways serve as the entry and exit points for data. Designed with simplicity in mind, they focus solely on sending and receiving data, making them accessible to developers building cross-chain applications.
Wanchain has consistently led the way in bridging EVM and non-EVM networks, connecting blockchains like
#Bitcoin , Dogecoin, Litecoin,
#Cardano , and
#Solana . While XPort currently supports multiple EVM-compatible chains, the team is working to extend compatibility to non-EVM networks.
By offering a straightforward, secure, and developer-friendly protocol,
#Wanchain empowers creators to push the boundaries of blockchain technology without exposing the ecosystem to systemic risk. With XPort, Wanchain once again demonstrates its leadership in blockchain interoperability, paving the way for a more connected and innovative blockchain future.