- Cross-chain messaging protocols that carry arbitrary data and token transfers between chains, such as Chainlink CCIP and LayerZero.
- Ready-to-use bridged assets that already span multiple chains, such as USDT0, the omnichain deployment of Tether’s USDT.
Chainlink CCIP
Programmable cross-chain messaging and token transfers with built-in risk controls.
LayerZero
Omnichain messaging and token bridging via the OApp and OFT standards.
USDT0
Omnichain USDT on Hedera, built on LayerZero’s OFT standard.
Choosing an integration
Match the integration to what you are trying to do, not the other way around.| Integration | Best for | You deploy a contract? | Under the hood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chainlink CCIP | Programmable cross-chain messaging and token transfers with risk controls | Yes, integrate the CCIP router and receiver | CCIP messaging plus supported token transfers |
| LayerZero | Sending arbitrary messages or bridging your own token across chains | Yes, an OApp/OFT contract (or HTS Connector for HTS tokens) | OFT, ONFT, OFT Adapter, HTS Connector |
| USDT0 | Using a dollar stablecoin that already exists on Hedera and other chains | No, the token is already deployed | HTS token; LayerZero OFT |