• LayerZero’s integration with PayPal USD lets users transfer assets seamlessly across Ethereum and Solana without relying on intermediaries.

  • The use of LayerZero's OFT Standard enhances PYUSD’s flexibility, giving users more control over assets and smoother blockchain transitions.

  • As USDC supply rises on Solana, the surge in stablecoin use signals a broader growth in DeFi, boosting liquidity and market activity.

PayPal USD has been merged with LayerZero's Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) Standard, the industry-leading interoperability protocol. This action enables smooth transfers between Solana and Ethereum. As a result, users can now transfer assets between blockchains without depending on centralized services like PayPal or Venmo if they self-custody their PYUSD tokens. By removing liquidity fragmentation, this innovation guarantees quick, safe, and economical transactions for both consumers and companies.

https://twitter.com/LayerZero_Core/status/1856487258943259134 LayerZero's Role in PYUSD Transfers

By utilizing LayerZero’s cutting-edge interoperability protocol, PayPal has enhanced the flexibility of PYUSD transfers. Stablecoins can transfer freely between blockchains thanks to the OFT Standard, giving holders greater options. Users can now switch between Solana and Ethereum for transactions. By removing the need for middlemen, this integration lets users maintain ownership over their assets.

Bryan Pellegrino, CEO of LayerZero Labs, emphasized that this integration unlocks new levels of interoperability for stablecoins. By leveraging LayerZero, PYUSD holders can now transfer their tokens across different blockchains. 

These transfers are conducted securely, thanks to the Decentralized Verifier Networks (DVNs) chosen by PayPal and Paxos. Notably, the current security stack includes Paxos, Google Cloud, and LayerZero Labs DVNs as verifiers, ensuring enterprise-grade protection.

Enhancing Blockchain Commerce and Liquidity

The stablecoin market is still expanding, thus the integration comes at a good moment. Leading in Stablecoin markets Tether USDT and Circle USDC have market capitalizations of $118 billion and $35 billion. However, PYUSD lags behind these giants. Despite this, the increasing supply of Tether and USDC signals a rise in market activity, especially following Donald Trump’s election victory. This growth reflects higher purchasing power, further boosting liquidity in the crypto market.

Moreover, the expansion of USDC supply on the Solana network highlights the growing importance of stablecoins in decentralized finance (DeFi). According to DefiLlama data, the Solana-based USDC supply grew by 14%, reaching nearly $2.9 billion. This surge is indicative of the market momentum as DeFi protocols on Solana continue to gain traction.

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