Introduction
The future of social networks is being built onchain, and Across Protocol is here to help.
We’re proud to announce our integration with Lens—a groundbreaking Layer 2 chain designed for SocialFi. Built on zkSync’s ZK Stack technology, Lens is setting the stage for scalable, decentralized social ecosystems. Across is honored to join Lens as a Day-1 bridge partner, extending fast, cost-effective, and secure bridging to the Lens ecosystem.
Let’s explore what makes Lens so unique and how our integration supports its mission to empower onchain social interactions.
Key Takeaways
Across is Live on Lens: Across is a Day-1 bridge partner for Lens, a zkSync-powered Layer 2 chain designed for scalable SocialFi applications.
Lens Revolutionizes SocialFi: Built by Avara, Lens empowers users with content ownership, low-cost transactions, and high scalability using zk-rollup technology.
Across Powers Crosschain Interactions: Across enables fast, secure, and cost-effective bridging between Lens and 17+ EVM chains, connecting users and developers to deeper liquidity.
Empowering Decentralized Social Networks: This integration combines Lens’s social-focused ecosystem with Across’s bridging capabilities, paving the way for interoperable and user-centric SocialFi experiences.
What is Lens?
Lens is more than just another L2 chain; it’s the network for SocialFi created by Avara—the company behind the popular lending protocol, Aave. As an EVM-compatible Validium chain built on zkSync, Lens combines the scalability of zk-rollups with a sharp focus on social capital and content ownership. The platform is tailored for decentralized social applications, empowering users to truly own their online presence while interacting across the broader Ethereum ecosystem.
By leveraging zkSync’s cutting-edge ZK Stack technology, Lens achieves high throughput and security without compromising cost efficiency. Lens users enjoy instant transaction settlement, near-zero fees, and scalable infrastructure all backed by Ethereum’s security. This unique combination makes Lens the perfect home for the next wave of dApps built around social engagement and personal ownership.
Now it’s time to bring the Lens ecosystem crosschain. This is where Across comes in.
How Across Enhances the Lens Ecosystem
Across brings seamless and efficient crosschain experiences to Lens. With our Intents-based bridging system, we enable fast, cheap, and reliable asset transfers between Lens and the broader Ethereum ecosystem. This means users can quickly and effortlessly bridge assets between Lens, Ethereum mainnet, and 17 other L2 chains (and counting!). Supported tokens include USDC, WETH, and GHO.
Our integration with Lens aligns perfectly with its mission to scale decentralized social networks. By providing robust interoperability infrastructure, Across eliminates the barriers to crosschain interaction, unlocking new opportunities and connecting the Lens ecosystem to deeper liquidity across the EVM landscape.
Additionally, this integration marks an exciting milestone for Across: we’re further expanding our bridging support into zkSync’s stack, which offers unparalleled scalability and security through its Validium and zk-rollup technology. Its innovative architecture ensures high-speed transactions with low costs, making it ideal for scaling applications like Lens. Combined with Across’s industry-leading crosschain capabilities, Lens is positioned for unprecedented success in the SocialFi realm.
Integration Details
With Across, you can quickly and effortlessly bridge assets between Lens, Ethereum mainnet, and 17 other L2 chains (and counting!). Supported tokens include USDC, WETH, GHO, and LGHO.
Here are the specific routes and use cases:
Bridge USDC to Lens from any supported chain.
Bridge USDC to any supported chain from Lens.
Bridge ETH/WETH to Lens from any supported chain.
Bridge WETH to any supported chain from Lens.
Bridge LGHO to Lens (receive GHO) from any supported L1.
Bridge GHO to any supported L1 (receive LGHO) from Lens.
Bridge GHO to Lens from any supported L1.
Bridge GHO to any supported L1 from Lens.
Crosschain swap USDC, USDT, or DAI for GHO (from any supported L1 to Lens).
Crosschain swap GHO for USDC, USDT, or DAI (from Lens to any supported L1).
Why the Integration Matters
For users, this integration brings tangible benefits:
Lighting-Fast and Cost-Effective Transfers: Across is Ethereum’s fastest bridge. Move assets quickly and effortlessly between Lens and other EVM chains with minimal fees. Our average L2 to L2 bridge times clock in at around 2 seconds.
Secure Crosschain Interactions: Traditionally, moving assets across chains poses serious security risks. This is not the case with Across. Thanks to our robust third-party filler system, end-users take on zero risk—you can trust that you will receive your funds every time.
Increased Accessibility: With Across, users can easily move funds in and out of the Lens ecosystem. This empowers Lens's native users to interact with other chains while onboarding new users from other ecosystems.
Ownership and Interoperability: Benefit from Lens’s focus on content ownership while using Across to interact with other chains effortlessly.
For developers and builders, this integration offers benefits such:
Streamlined Development: Developers on Lens can leverage Across’s robust interoperability to build native crosschain actions straight into their dApps.
Expanded Reach: Crosschain builders can access broader audiences by integrating with Lens’s decentralized social ecosystem.
Enhanced Efficiency: Across’s Intents-based bridging system simplifies and consolidates crosschain interactions, saving time and resources for developers.
The Bigger Picture
With Lens added to our growing network of supported chains, Across supports a new use case beyond DeFi and gaming: SocialFi.
By combining our revolutionary bridging capabilities with Lens’s social-focused ecosystem, we’re empowering users to effortlessly interact across chains while maintaining full control over their content and identity. This is the first step in ensuring top-notch UX as the future of social networking moves onchain.
Bridge to Lens with Across
The wait is over. You can now bridge to Lens with Across and experience the next era of onchain social networking firsthand.
Ready to get started? Bridge to Lens with Across here.
