Enhancing Security in Cross-Chain Asset Transfers with STON.fi:

Wesley Oko
3 min readNov 8, 2023

Cross-chain asset transfers are becoming increasingly important in the blockchain ecosystem, as they enable users to access the benefits of different networks and protocols. However, cross-chain asset transfers also pose significant challenges and risks, such as security vulnerabilities, high fees, and complex user experience.

In this article, we will explore how STON.fi, a decentralized automated market maker (AMM) built on the TON blockchain, provides a secure and efficient solution for cross-chain asset transfers. We will also compare STON.fi with other existing cross-chain solutions and highlight its unique advantages.

What is STON.fi?

STON.fi is an AMM DEX for the TON blockchain. TON is a scalable and fast blockchain network that supports smart contracts, decentralized applications, and low-cost transactions. STON.fi leverages the features of TON to provide virtually zero fees, low slippage, an extremely easy interface, and direct integration with TON wallets.

STON.fi also supports cross-chain asset transfers between TON and other blockchain networks, such as Ethereum, Polygon, TRON, and more. STON.fi uses a burn and mint mechanism to transfer tokens across chains, which is more capital-efficient and secure than other methods.

How does STON.fi enable cross-chain asset transfers?

A cross-chain asset transfer involves three atomic transactions: (1) a source chain asset lock,

(2) transaction confirmation on the blockchain, and

(3) the creation of assets on the target chain.

STON.fi uses a burn and mint mechanism to achieve these steps, as follows:

  • The user initiates a cross-chain transfer on STON.fi by selecting the source and destination chains, the amount and type of tokens, and the recipient address.
  • STON.fi burns the tokens on the source chain and sends a proof of burn to the cross-chain solution, which is a set of smart contracts and oracles that verify and relay the cross-chain transactions.
  • The cross-chain solution confirms the proof of burn and sends a proof of mint to STON.fi on the destination chain.
  • STON.fi mints the same amount and type of tokens on the destination chain and sends them to the recipient address.

What are the benefits of STON.fi’s cross-chain asset transfers?

STON.fi's cross-chain asset transfers have several benefits over other existing solutions, such as:

  1. Capital efficiency: STON.fi does not require any collateral to be locked on either chain, unlike other solutions that use a lock and mint or a mint and lock mechanism. This reduces the opportunity cost and the risk of capital loss for the users and the liquidity providers.
  2. Native assets: STON.fi transfers tokens as native assets on every supported chain, unlike other solutions that use wrapped tokens. This avoids the need for unwrapping and wrapping tokens, which can incur additional fees and complexity for the users.
  3. Security: STON.fi uses a burn and mint mechanism, which eliminates the possibility of double-spending or replay attacks, unlike other solutions that use a lock and mint or a mint and lock mechanism. Moreover, STON.fi relies on a cross-chain solution that is powered by Chainlink, a leading decentralized oracle network that provides high levels of security, reliability, and decentralization.

Conclusion;

STON.fi is a decentralized AMM DEX that enables secure and efficient cross-chain asset transfers between TON and other blockchain networks. STON.fi uses a burn and mint mechanism that is more capital-efficient and secure than other methods. STON.fi also transfers tokens as native assets on every supported chain, which simplifies the user experience and reduces the fees. STON.fi is a pioneer in cross-chain interoperability and a valuable addition to the blockchain ecosystem.

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Wesley Oko
Wesley Oko

Written by Wesley Oko

Admin💢/Community Manager/Moderator/Graphics Designer/Crypto Enthusiast/Web3 Lover/Digital Enthusiast/Everything Defi😊 https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesley-oko-9

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