TON partners with Axelar to link 68 blockchains in Web3 ecosystem

As a seasoned analyst with years of experience in the blockchain and Web3 space, I find the partnership between TON Foundation and Axelar particularly noteworthy. The integration of Axelar’s Mobius Development Stack (MDS) is a significant step towards enhancing the scalability and usability of decentralized applications within the TON blockchain ecosystem.


The Open Network Foundation has chosen Axelar’s Mobius Development Suite (MDS) as the main connection point for linking the TON blockchain network with a total of 68 other blockchain systems.

The integration is anticipated to boost both the expandability and user-friendliness of decentralized apps in the TON blockchain environment, as well as strengthening links among Web3 networks.

According to Anthony Tsivarev, Director of Ecosystem Development at the TON Foundation, Axelar was considered an “excellent selection” because of its “flexible and developer-oriented infrastructure.

TON Foundation selects Axelar partnership

The collaboration is based on a review of various cross-chain compatibility systems, choosing Axelar’s MDS primarily due to its strong security features, seamless integration capabilities, and adaptability.

At the heart of this partnership lies Axelar’s Interchain Amplifier tech, enabling developers working on the TON blockchain to link up and engage with various other blockchain platforms.

Axelar’s Multi-Dimensional Scaling (MDS) technology facilitates effortless asset and data transfers across the TON blockchain, Ethereum, Cosmos, and Polkadot networks.

Cross-chain connectivity benefits for TON users

As per the announcement, developers are empowered to create cross-chain decentralized apps, thereby doing away with the requirement for linking tools.

Building a unifying platform (interoperability layer) could assist in preventing the dispersion of liquidity among various networked versions of assets, ensuring a smoother flow of resources across different platforms.

For TON users, this integration offers expanded Web3 access, streamlined transactions and interactions that don’t necessitate bridges, and an overall enhanced, user-friendly experience.

Growing trend of cross-chain interoperability

Connecting Axelar to TON is reflective of a broader movement within the Web3 sector, as seamless communication between different blockchains and cross-chain compatibility are growing more significant.

On October 10th, the Ronin Network, which had suffered a $625 million hack back in March 2022, successfully established a connection with Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP).

The integration of Chainlink’s CCIP (Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol) maintains the authenticity of messages transmitted in both the source and target chains, thereby securing Ronin Network’s multi-chain communication bridge.

As a researcher exploring cross-chain functionalities, I’ve come to appreciate their ability to streamline procedures by minimizing the reliance on intricate bridging mechanisms. However, while we embrace this simplification, it’s crucial to remember that network security, particularly transaction security, remains paramount in our pursuit of these integrations.

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2024-10-16 16:01