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Cross-Chain Liquidity Pool

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Pronunciation
[kraws-cheyn lik-wid-i-tee pool]
Analogy
Like a multi‑currency ATM network that draws cash from different banks’ reserves but lets you withdraw any supported currency smoothly.
Definition
A pooled reserve of assets that spans multiple blockchains, enabling swaps and borrowing across chains without centralized intermediaries. Liquidity providers deposit assets on different networks into a unified pool abstraction.
Key Points Intro
Cross‑chain pools aggregate assets on various chains to facilitate seamless cross‑network trading and lending.
Key Points

Multi‑chain deposits: LPs lock assets on origin chains via bridges.

Unified share tokens: Represent LP stake across all chains.

Automated routing: Smart contracts direct swaps to optimal chain paths.

Fee distribution: Protocol allocates cross‑chain fees to LPs proportionally.

Example
A user swaps USDC on Ethereum for USDT on Solana via a cross‑chain liquidity pool that automatically routes through an AMM on each chain and charges a small routing fee.
Technical Deep Dive
Pool contracts on each chain maintain local reserves and issue pool‑LP tokens. A central router contract coordinates bridging events, issues redemption proofs, and updates global pool state via Merkle‑tree commitments. Cross‑chain messaging (e.g. LayerZero) triggers reserve adjustments.
Security Warning
Bridge exploits or oracle manipulation can drain multi‑chain reserves; diversify bridges and monitor reserve proofs.
Caveat
Imbalances across chains can cause skewed pools; requires active rebalancing or arbitrage.
Related Terms
Automated Market Maker (AMM)
Bridge Router
LP Token

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