Kraken Abandons LayerZero for Chainlink CCIP: Enterprise Security Takes Center Stage in Cross-Chain Infrastructure

Kraken has officially replaced LayerZero with Chainlink CCIP as its exclusive cross-chain infrastructure for wrapped assets including kBTC across Ethereum, Ink, Unichain, and Optimism. This institutional shift, driven by enterprise security requirements and formal compliance certifications, reflects broader industry consolidation toward proven cross-chain infrastructure following significant bridge security incidents.