Usual is very proud to announce its partnership with Stargate, a premier cross-chain bridging platform, to support USD0 and USD0++ transfers between Ethereum and Arbitrum. This integration is our first use case with Stargate, and it makes it incredibly simple to move assets between chains, setting the stage for seamless cross-chain liquidity and utility.

Why Stargate?

Stargate is known for its user-friendly, efficient, and secure cross-chain bridging. With USD0 and USD0++ now supported, users can expand their DeFi experience on Arbitrum while retaining the flexibility to move assets back to Ethereum whenever they choose. This partnership also opens the door to more expansive cross-chain functionality in the future as Usual’s ecosystem grows.

How to Bridge on Stargate

Stargate makes bridging simple, with a straightforward interface that walks users through each step. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to bridge USD0 or USD0++ between Ethereum and Arbitrum.

1. Visit Stargate: Start by going to Stargate’s bridge interface for USD0 or USD0++.

2. Choose the Asset: Pick either USD0 or USD0++ from the available token options with the correct chains for source and destination. For example you can pick USD0 from Ethereum as the source and USD0 on Arbitrum as the destination.

3. Set Transfer Amount: Input the amount you’d like to bridge, with a convenient MAX button to transfer the totally of your held chosen asset.

4. Confirm the Transfer: After reviewing the transaction details and selecting your preferred transfer mode, confirm the transaction and allow Stargate to process the bridge.

5. Track Your Transfer: Stargate will display the status of your transfer, allowing you to monitor its progress until it arrives in your designated wallet on Arbitrum.

Important Notes for Users on Arbitrum

While USD0 cannot be staked on Arbitrum to USD0++, users can still stake USD0 on Ethereum before bridging over to Arbitrum. Additionally, all Pills earned on Arbitrum will count toward the Pills Campaign, ensuring users on both Ethereum and Arbitrum benefit from their participation.

Future Plans

This partnership with Stargate represents just the beginning of Usual’s cross-chain expansion. By making it easy for users to move assets between Ethereum and Arbitrum, we’re laying the groundwork for future integrations across even more blockchains. Stay tuned as we continue to enhance cross-chain functionality, making Usual a truly interoperable stablecoin ecosystem.

This partnership reaffirms our commitment to expanding USD0 and USD0++ across DeFi’s most active ecosystems, opening new doors for secure, accessible, and flexible asset movement across chains. Dive in, bridge your assets, and experience the power of Usual and Stargate together!