Chainlink updates its crypto bridge tech months after a $292 million hack at a rival exposed risks
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Chainlink releases upgraded bridge software that lets firms embed custom security checks, directly addressing single‑point‑of‑failure flaws exposed by a rival’s $292 million hack. The modular design aims to prevent unauthorized fund transfers and improve auditability. By enhancing resilience, Chainlink positions itself as a safer cross‑chain solution, potentially attracting liquidity and boosting overall DeFi bridge adoption.
The new software lets companies add custom security checks so they do not fall victim to the same single-point-of-failure vulnerabilities that plagued rival bridges.