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LayerZero Protocol (v2)

by LayerZero LabsBC

Cross-chain messaging protocol using ultra-light clients and DVN security. OFT standard for native multichain assets. Tether, Circle, and major DeFi apps use it.

ScalingStage 5 of 5

165+ chains, 140M+ messages, $87B bridged, 750+ apps. SOC 2 certified.

Updated 8 Sep 2026Checked 10 Oct0 updates this week

Milestones

Next · Zero mainnet launch (targeted)
  1. LayerZero founded and protocol design beginsFeb 2021Complete.
  2. LayerZero white paper releasedMay 2021Complete.
  3. Stargate bridge launches as proof-of-conceptMar 2022Complete.
  4. ZRO token launches20 Jun 2024Complete.
  5. USDT0 launches with TetherJan 2025Complete.
  6. OneSig cross-chain signing framework releasedMay 2025Complete.
  7. Zero Layer-1 blockchain announced10 Feb 2026Complete.
  8. Post-exploit security model overhaul completedAug 2026Complete.
  9. ATLAS headless exchange launches on Zero25 Aug 2026Complete.
  10. LayerZero achieves SOC 2 certification8 Sep 2026Complete.
  11. Zero mainnet launch (targeted)Target Q4 2026Current milestone.

Most important updates

Upcoming

  1. Q4 2026Zero mainnet launch (targeted) (next)
  2. Q4 2026Institutional settlement infrastructure expansion
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