{"id":"layerzero","title":"LayerZero","content":"**LayerZero** is a cross-chain interoperability platform that enables developers to create [decentralized applications (dApps)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-application) that work seamlessly [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) multiple [blockchains](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) through a straightforward and uncomplicated interface. LayerZero was founded by [Caleb Banister](https://iq.wiki/wiki/caleb-banister), [Bryan Pellegrino](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bryan-pellegrino), and [Ryan Zarick](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ryan-zarick) in 2021 and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-6k1pzo2qmqy)[\\[2\\]](#cite-id-zxik9tae2fn)[\\[3\\]](#cite-id-3hjxhtoll62)\n\n# Overview\n\nLayerZero is a messaging protocol, not a [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). It facilitates seamless interaction between [blockchains](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) using [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract) on each chain, Decentralized Verifier Networks (DVNs), and Executors. Implemented on January 29th, 2024, LayerZero V2 separates message verification and execution, giving developers more control over security and execution. It also offers enhanced message throughput, programmability, and other contract-specific improvements, making it a more flexible and efficient messaging protocol. [\\[12\\]](#cite-id-lartysmgqve)\n\nThe update includes Decentralized Verification Networks (DVNs), which replace the V1 [Oracle](https://iq.wiki/wiki/oracle) and allow any entity capable of verifying cross-chain data packets to join LayerZero, promoting decentralization. Adapters for [Axelar](https://iq.wiki/wiki/axelar) and CCIP DVNs are available on [testnet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/testnet) and will be on [mainnet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/mainnet) at launch, with additional adapters planned for 2024 to support various native bridges, third-party bridges, middle chains, [oracles](https://iq.wiki/wiki/oracle), and other verification methods, preventing vendor lock-in. The X of Y of N Verification feature provides a modular approach, enabling applications to customize their security by choosing a combination of DVNs, thus optimizing costs and security levels based on specific needs. [\\[12\\]](#cite-id-lartysmgqve)\n\nPermissionless Execution introduces Executors, a new role that handles execution on the destination chain separately from verification, simplifying [gas](https://iq.wiki/wiki/gas) payments and offering customizable [gas](https://iq.wiki/wiki/gas) settings. Each application must configure a Security Stack comprising DVNs, Executors, chain confirmations, MessageLibraries, and chain pathways, granting full control over security settings. Increased throughput is achieved by offering lazy or strict nonce enforcement options, allowing developers to choose between in-order or out-of-order transaction execution, thereby aligning LayerZero’s throughput with the destination chain’s while maintaining censorship resistance. [\\[12\\]](#cite-id-lartysmgqve)\n\nEnhanced programmability is facilitated by improved protocol contract interfaces, path-specific libraries, new design patterns, and horizontal composability, fostering flexibility and uninterrupted cross-chain transactions. Unified semantics ensure that applications function uniformly [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) all blockchains with LayerZero endpoints, including non-[EVM](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum-virtual-machine-evm) chains. Finally, the V2 launch supports forward and backward compatibility, aiding teams building on V1. [\\[12\\]](#cite-id-lartysmgqve)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](_8BUVh53TKw)$$\n\n## Ultra-Light Node\n\nUltra Light [Node](https://iq.wiki/wiki/node) (ULN) is a novel cross-chain bridging and messaging approach. ULN combines the security of on-chain light [nodes](https://iq.wiki/wiki/node) with the cost-effectiveness of middle chains. On-chain light [nodes](https://iq.wiki/wiki/node) receive and validate every [block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) header for each pairwise chain on the opposing chain, making it the most secure way to transmit messages between chains, but it comes with a high cost. Middle chains, on the other hand, are less secure but more cost-effective. [\\[4\\]](#cite-id-u6yh4y5x6x)\n\nULN solves this dilemma by performing the same validation as an on-chain light [node](https://iq.wiki/wiki/node), but instead of keeping all [block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) headers sequentially, [block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) headers are streamed on demand by decentralized [oracles](https://iq.wiki/wiki/oracle). This eliminates the need for a [node](https://iq.wiki/wiki/node) to store every [block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) header, reducing the storage and computational overhead and making it a more cost-effective solution. The oracles are incentivized to provide accurate and reliable [block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) headers, ensuring the security of the messages transmitted between chains. [\\[4\\]](#cite-id-u6yh4y5x6x)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](Fq2riYIsxpc)$$\n\n# Infrastructure of LayerZero\n\n## Omnichain Mesh Network\n\nLayerZero addresses the limitations of existing cross-chain networks, which often suffer from sparse connectivity and inconsistent communication interfaces, by providing a uniform and densely connected mesh network [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) all supported blockchains. An Omnichain Mesh Network allows any chain to communicate with any other chain directly using a predictable and [stable](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stable) interface, facilitating seamless data and value transfer [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) [blockchains](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). The LayerZero protocol maintains consistent security and reliability [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) all connections, despite varying security semantics and design logic among individual [blockchains](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). [\\[15\\]](#cite-id-4uugom72x5p)\n\nThe network ensures uniform standards for packet delivery, reliable data transfer without censorship, and packets are delivered exactly once to their intended destinations. LayerZero's modular security model offers configurable and non-configurable security guarantees, allowing developers to choose the security and cost-efficiency models that best fit their applications. Decentralized Verifier Networks (DVNs) verify messages and can be configured by applications, while configurable [block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) confirmations protect against [block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) reorganizations on the source chain. Core security features, such as protection against censorship, replay attacks, and unauthorized code changes, are built into the network's immutable interfaces. [\\[15\\]](#cite-id-4uugom72x5p)\n\nThe network recognizes that each pathway might require a different security configuration. Pathways, defined by source [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain), source application, destination [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain), and destination application, can be individually configured to tailor security and cost to the specific needs of each connection. This chain-agnostic approach enables developers to create Omnichain Applications (OApps) that operate seamlessly [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) [blockchains](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). [\\[15\\]](#cite-id-4uugom72x5p)\n\n## Endpoints\n\nThe LayerZero Endpoint is an immutable [smart contract](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract) providing a standardized interface for Omnichain Applications (OApps) to manage security configurations and send and receive messages seamlessly. A LayerZero Endpoint is divided into four modules: Communicator, [Validator](https://iq.wiki/wiki/validator), Network, and Libraries. The Communicator, [Validator](https://iq.wiki/wiki/validator), and Network modules make up the core functionality of the endpoint, while new chains are added as additional Libraries. This design allows for easy support of new chains without modifying the core modules. [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-3hjxhtoll62)[\\[17\\]](#cite-id-CIm9fhMmvp)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](ZMy_9UjtUqQ)$$\n\n# Utility\n\nLayerZero is a [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) infrastructure that provides a range of utilities to developers and users. Its key features include a cross-chain [decentralized exchange](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-exchange), multi-chain yield aggregator, and multi-chain lending. These utilities allow for seamless transfer of native assets [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) different chains, access to high-yield opportunities, and cost-efficient lending options. [\\[17\\]](#cite-id-CIm9fhMmvp)\n\n## Cross-Chain Decentralized Exchange\n\nLayerZero facilitates a cross-chain [decentralized exchange (DEX)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-exchange) that operates solely with native assets. Unlike traditional [DEX](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-exchange) designs that use wrapped tokens or go through intermediary sidechains, LayerZero enables [DEXs](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-exchange) with [liquidity pools](https://iq.wiki/wiki/liquidity-pool) on both chains, allowing users to deposit their native assets on one chain and withdraw native assets from another. With LayerZero's messaging capabilities, direct bridges, [automated market-making](https://iq.wiki/wiki/automated-market-maker), and other pricing models can be implemented. [\\[17\\]](#cite-id-CIm9fhMmvp)\n\n## Multi-Chain Yield Aggregator\n\nWhen using LayerZero for cross-chain transactions, a multi-chain yield aggregator could tap into the high-yield opportunities [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) multiple ecosystems, maximizing access to high-yield opportunities and allowing users to take advantage of market inefficiencies. This would be an improvement over single-chain yield aggregators that restrict their access to yield opportunities outside of their current ecosystem and instead would provide more yield opportunities to choose from. [\\[17\\]](#cite-id-CIm9fhMmvp)\n\n## Multi-Chain Lending\n\nMulti-chain lending on LayerZero allows users to take advantage of opportunities on different chains while consolidating their assets on their preferred chain. Through a lending protocol, users can lend their assets on their preferred chain and borrow the desired asset directly on another chain, eliminating the need for costly intermediary steps like bridge and swap fees. [\\[17\\]](#cite-id-CIm9fhMmvp)\n\n# Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) Standard\n\nLayerZero's Omnichain Fungible Token (OFT) standard is a framework for creating tokens that can be transferred [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) multiple blockchains while maintaining a single, unified supply. [\\[25\\]](#cite-id-o8k7O063AO) [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-G2Jp6DPxc6) Unlike traditional cross-chain bridges that \"wrap\" tokens—creating a separate, synthetic version on the destination chain—the OFT standard utilizes a burn-and-mint mechanism. When a user transfers an OFT, the token is burned on the source chain, and an equivalent amount is minted on the destination chain. This process avoids the liquidity fragmentation and security risks associated with wrapped assets. [\\[25\\]](#cite-id-o8k7O063AO) [\\[27\\]](#cite-id-HBKgcVSL7v)\n\nThe OFT standard is particularly advantageous for stablecoins, as it helps maintain their peg and ensures consistent liquidity [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) different ecosystems. By eliminating wrapped tokens and the need for liquidity pools in transfers, it avoids [slippage](https://iq.wiki/wiki/slippage) and price inconsistencies between chains. [\\[25\\]](#cite-id-o8k7O063AO) Issuers also retain control over their assets, as their own smart contracts manage the mint-and-burn logic. They can also configure their own security through Decentralized Verifier Networks (DVNs). [\\[27\\]](#cite-id-HBKgcVSL7v)\n\nA key example of this adoption is PayPal's [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin), PYUSD. In November 2024, PYUSD integrated the OFT standard to enable seamless transfers between [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) and [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana). [\\[27\\]](#cite-id-HBKgcVSL7v) This allows PYUSD holders to move their assets between the two networks without relying on centralized platforms or third-party bridges. The cross-chain transfers are secured by a DVN chosen by the issuer, [Paxos](https://iq.wiki/wiki/paxos), which includes verifiers like Google Cloud and LayerZero Labs. [\\[27\\]](#cite-id-HBKgcVSL7v) [\\[25\\]](#cite-id-o8k7O063AO)\n\nIn June 2025, Skate, a project focused on creating a unified multi-chain execution ecosystem, integrated Stargate's LayerZero OFT for its native SKATE token. This integration allows the SKATE token to move [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) multiple blockchains, including [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum), [Arbitrum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/arbitrum), and [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana), enhancing its liquidity and accessibility for dApp interoperability. The use of the OFT standard ensures that transfers are cost-effective and have zero [slippage](https://iq.wiki/wiki/slippage). [\\[26\\]](#cite-id-G2Jp6DPxc6)\n\nThe OFT standard has seen further adoption by major players in the [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) and tokenized asset space. In January 2025, Tether partnered with LayerZero to launch [USDT0](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usdt0), a cross-chain version of its USDT [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin) using the OFT standard. This version debuted on Kraken's layer-2 [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain), Ink, and is designed to unify liquidity [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) multiple networks. [\\[28\\]](#cite-id-MVr1gbBMRz) The standard was also adopted for tokenized [Bitcoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitcoin) when [BitGo](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitgo), the custodian for Wrapped [Bitcoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitcoin) (WBTC), chose LayerZero as its interoperability provider in September 2024 to expand WBTC to chains like [BNB Chain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance-smart-chain) and [Avalanche](https://iq.wiki/wiki/avalanche). [\\[29\\]](#cite-id-dMrv8RpAQV) Additionally, tokenized real-world asset protocol [Ondo Finance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ondo-finance) used the OFT standard to launch its yield-bearing [stablecoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stablecoin), USDY, on networks including [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana) in November 2024, making it fungible [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) different [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) ecosystems. [\\[30\\]](#cite-id-IlZ96vn4sp)\n\n# LayerZero Airdrop\n\nOn June 14, 2024, the LayerZero team introduced the 'LayerZero [Foundation](https://iq.wiki/wiki/foundation)' and also, [Bryan Pellegrino](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bryan-pellegrino), the CEO of LayerZero Labs, released his calculations on the ZRO token [airdrop](https://iq.wiki/wiki/airdrop) in a tweet on X; [\\[18\\]](#cite-id-7qh1zMeS3K)\n\n> Ok let's talk some numbers.23.8% of the supply is going directly to the community and builders. This does not include foundation, growth, etc. Directly to community. 8.5% of this is being distributed day 1 (5% core, 3% RFP, 0.5% community pool) The majority of the remainder will be given over the next 36 months with additional retroactive distribution every 12 months, along with some forward looking RFPs for builders.... - he tweeted on June 14, 2024 [\\[13\\]](#cite-id-cumaiybvewj)\n\nPer the tweet, ZRO has a supply of 1 billion, of which 23.8% is reserved for allocation to community and builders. 23.8% excludes [foundation](https://iq.wiki/wiki/foundation), growth, and other heads. 8.5% of the tokens allocated to the community and builders will be distributed on the first day of the [airdrop](https://iq.wiki/wiki/airdrop); the rest will be allocated within three years. The project plans an additional allocation every 12 months, and some forward-looking Request for Proposals (RFPs) will be provided for builders in the ecosystem. [\\[14\\]](#cite-id-su5aqeqbs8)\n\nLayerZero Labs also mentioned June 20 as the [airdrop](https://iq.wiki/wiki/airdrop) date for the token while asking users to determine their eligibility status via the official website. [\\[19\\]](#cite-id-uKLv8fE3EE)\n\n# Partnerships\n\n* Google Cloud\n* Polyhedra\n\n# Funding\n\nOn April 1st, 2021, LayerZero raised $2 million as their first-ever seed funding round. [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-zxik9tae2fn)[\\[20\\]](#cite-id-sMesuJ1vT6)\n\nOn September 16th, 2021, LayerZero's series A funding round, led by [Binance Labs](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance-labs) and Multicoin Capital, raised $6 million. Additional investors included Sino Global Capital, Defiance, Delphi Digital, [Robot Ventures](https://iq.wiki/wiki/robot-ventures), Spartan, Hypersphere Ventures, Protocol Ventures, Gen [Block](https://iq.wiki/wiki/block) Capital, and [Echelon Capital](https://iq.wiki/wiki/echelon). [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-zxik9tae2fn)[\\[5\\]](#cite-id-xixgs01eeif)\n\nOn March 20th, 2022, LayerZero's series B funding round was led by [a16z](https://iq.wiki/wiki/andreessen-horowitz), [FTX,](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ftx) and Sequoia, raising $135 million. Some of the main investors included [Coinbase](https://iq.wiki/wiki/coinbase) Ventures, PayPal Ventures, Tiger Global, and [Uniswap](https://iq.wiki/wiki/uniswap) Labs. [\\[6\\]](#cite-id-ckn6n3dbjlm)[\\[7\\]](#cite-id-cwtxklw3hdw)\n\n# Pudgy Penguins\n\nOn January 26, 2023, [Pudgy Penguins](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pudgy-penguins), a hand-drawn penguin [NFT](https://iq.wiki/wiki/non-fungible-token-nft) collection project, partnered with LayerZero to allow the transfer of their [NFT](https://iq.wiki/wiki/non-fungible-token-nft) [across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) different chains. [Pudgy Penguins](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pudgy-penguins) chose to work with [Polygon](https://iq.wiki/wiki/polygon), [BNB Smart Chain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance-smart-chain), and [Arbitrum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/arbitrum) due to their growing usage and exposure. [Polygon](https://iq.wiki/wiki/polygon) was selected for its ability to attract new users to the [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) community, [BSC](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance-smart-chain) was chosen for its low [gas](https://iq.wiki/wiki/gas) fees and commitment to inclusivity, and [Arbitrum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/arbitrum) was chosen for its suitability for [DeFi](https://iq.wiki/wiki/defi) development. By bridging [Pudgy Penguins](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pudgy-penguins) [NFTs](https://iq.wiki/wiki/non-fungible-token-nft) to any chosen chains, users will receive a SoulBound token as a commemorative souvenir tied to their [wallet](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency-wallet). This partnership between [Pudgy Penguins](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pudgy-penguins) and LayerZero enables the project to make it easy for new [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) users to become part of the ecosystem without worrying about high [gas](https://iq.wiki/wiki/gas) fees, offering both \"provenance and user experience\". [\\[11\\]](#cite-id-vebkroyqxdr)[\\[21\\]](#cite-id-0nKJEJGh4C)\n\n![image](https://ipfs.everipedia.org/ipfs/QmSrdnAch47HPDK8An5ricq4tXMrAcxtMucYvrdAQn2AH6)\n\n## Initia Labs\n\nOn July 10th, 2024, LayerZero and Initia partnered to develop an interoperability standard for Cosmos, enabling Cosmos SDK-based chains to connect to LayerZero-enabled chains for omnichain interoperability. [\\[16\\]](#cite-id-xgz8jusw2k)\n\n# Stargate Acquisition\n\nIn August 2025, LayerZero acquired the cross-chain protocol [Stargate](https://iq.wiki/wiki/stargate-finance) for $110 million. [\\[23\\]](#cite-id-tms5KMYa9h) The acquisition followed a competitive bidding process where LayerZero's offer was chosen over proposals from several rivals. [\\[22\\]](#cite-id-OAqG4Wt1gp)\n\nThe bidding war saw interest from other major interoperability protocols. [Wormhole](https://iq.wiki/wiki/wormhole) submitted a competing bid of $120 million in [USDC](https://iq.wiki/wiki/usdc), which was $10 million higher than LayerZero's offer. [\\[23\\]](#cite-id-tms5KMYa9h) [\\[22\\]](#cite-id-OAqG4Wt1gp) Additionally, [Axelar](https://iq.wiki/wiki/axelar) Network and [Across](https://iq.wiki/wiki/across) Protocol signaled their interest in acquiring Stargate, though the process moved forward with LayerZero's proposal. [\\[22\\]](#cite-id-OAqG4Wt1gp) [\\[24\\]](#cite-id-5PoVklbown)\n\nThe acquisition was approved by the Stargate community [DAO](https://iq.wiki/wiki/dao) in a vote where 95% of participants favored the deal. [\\[23\\]](#cite-id-tms5KMYa9h) [\\[22\\]](#cite-id-OAqG4Wt1gp) Following the vote, the Stargate DAO was officially dissolved. [\\[23\\]](#cite-id-tms5KMYa9h) This acquisition brought Stargate, which was originally developed and launched by LayerZero in 2022, back under its control, aligning the bridge's future development with LayerZero's strategic vision. [\\[22\\]](#cite-id-OAqG4Wt1gp)\n\n# Team\n\n## Leadership Team\n\n* **Head of Research:** Daniel P. Ahn\n* **Head of Strategy:** Max Glassman\n* **Head of Talent:** Richard Dietrich [\\[8\\]](#cite-id-jps4g9teew)\n\n## Executive Team\n\n* **Co-Founder and CEO:** [Bryan Pellegrino](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bryan-pellegrino)\n* **Co-Founder and CTO:** [Ryan Zarick](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ryan-zarick)\n* **COO:** Ari Litan [\\[9\\]](#cite-id-etlq8r0y92)\n\n## Board of Directors\n\n* **Angel Investor:** Rob Sadow [\\[10\\]](#cite-id-bjvpmu059n8)","summary":"LayerZero is a cross-chain interoperability platform enabling seamless dApp creation across multiple blockchains with trustless, efficient message delivery.","images":[{"id":"QmPxsgkYSDnNVuSeNdPPMaLosxub4gjjvHuriuQ5W757VV","type":"image/jpeg, image/png"}],"categories":[{"id":"dapps","title":"Dapps"}],"tags":[],"media":[{"id":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMy_9UjtUqQ","size":"0","name":"ZMy_9UjtUqQ","type":null,"source":"YOUTUBE"},{"id":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylaterXSHkU","size":"0","name":"ylaterXSHkU","type":null,"source":"YOUTUBE"},{"id":"QmSrdnAch47HPDK8An5ricq4tXMrAcxtMucYvrdAQn2AH6","size":"0.34","name":"image","type":"GALLERY","source":"IPFS_IMG"},{"id":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq2riYIsxpc","size":"0","name":"Fq2riYIsxpc","type":null,"source":"YOUTUBE"},{"id":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8BUVh53TKw","size":"0","name":"_8BUVh53TKw","type":null,"source":"YOUTUBE"}],"metadata":[{"id":"website","value":"https://layerzero.network/"},{"id":"twitter_profile","value":"https://twitter.com/LayerZero_Labs"},{"id":"linkedin_profile","value":"https://www.linkedin.com/company/layerzerolabs/"},{"id":"youtube_profile","value":"https://www.youtube.com/c/layerzerolabs"},{"id":"discord_profile","value":"https://discord.gg/bXDf5Jt"},{"id":"telegram_profile","value":"https://t.me/joinchat/VcqxYkStIDsyN2Rh"},{"id":"coinmarketcap_url","value":"https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/layerzero/"},{"id":"coingecko_profile","value":"https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/layerzero"},{"id":"references","value":"[{\"id\":\"6k1pzo2qmqy\",\"url\":\"https://www.cbinsights.com/company/layerzero\",\"description\":\"CBinsights on LayerZero(LZ)\",\"timestamp\":1675088870525},{\"id\":\"zxik9tae2fn\",\"url\":\"https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/layerzero-labs\",\"description\":\"Crunchbase on LZ\",\"timestamp\":1675089134774},{\"id\":\"3hjxhtoll62\",\"url\":\"https://layerzero.gitbook.io/docs/\",\"description\":\"LZ docs\",\"timestamp\":1675089513508},{\"id\":\"u6yh4y5x6x\",\"url\":\"https://medium.com/layerzero-official/layerzero-an-omnichain-interoperability-protocol-b43d2ae975b6\",\"description\":\"Medium post on LZ\",\"timestamp\":1675089579792},{\"id\":\"xixgs01eeif\",\"url\":\"https://www.binance.com/en/blog/ecosystem/binance-labs-and-multicoin-capital-coled-$6m-series-a-for-layerzero-421499824684902766\",\"description\":\"Binance series A funding announcement\",\"timestamp\":1675092100350},{\"id\":\"ckn6n3dbjlm\",\"url\":\"https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220330005301/en/LayerZero-Labs-Raises-135-Million-to-Create-Omnichain-Crypto-Networks\",\"description\":\"Businesswire on $135mil funding\",\"timestamp\":1675092604400},{\"id\":\"cwtxklw3hdw\",\"url\":\"https://www.coindesk.com/business/2022/03/30/a16z-ftx-and-sequoia-lead-155m-round-for-layerzero-at-1b-valuation/\",\"description\":\"Coindesk on $135Mil funding\",\"timestamp\":1675092626591},{\"id\":\"jps4g9teew\",\"url\":\"https://theorg.com/org/layerzero-labs/teams/leadership-team\",\"description\":\"Theorg leadership team\",\"timestamp\":1675093029410},{\"id\":\"etlq8r0y92\",\"url\":\"https://theorg.com/org/layerzero-labs/teams/ceo-and-executive-team\",\"description\":\"Executive team\",\"timestamp\":1675093056564},{\"id\":\"bjvpmu059n8\",\"url\":\"https://theorg.com/org/layerzero-labs/teams/board-of-directors\",\"description\":\"Theorg LZ board of directors\",\"timestamp\":1675093123238},{\"id\":\"vebkroyqxdr\",\"url\":\"https://nftplazas.com/pudgy-penguins-cross-chain/\",\"description\":\"NFTplazas on PP and LZ cross chain partnership\",\"timestamp\":1675318103184},{\"id\":\"lartysmgqve\",\"url\":\"https://medium.com/layerzero-official/introducing-layerzero-v2-076a9b3cb029\",\"description\":\"Introducing LayerZero V2\\n\",\"timestamp\":1718728395302},{\"id\":\"cumaiybvewj\",\"url\":\"https://x.com/PrimordialAA/status/1801708740736880790\",\"description\":\"Bryan's tweet\",\"timestamp\":1718729770618},{\"id\":\"su5aqeqbs8\",\"url\":\"https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-layerzero-zro-token-airdrop-202406151800\",\"description\":\"FXStreet - 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