When I first entered the space, I didn't understand the concept of cross-chain bridges. It wasn't until later that I realized—different public chains simply can't transfer assets directly, even if they are EVM-compatible chains with the same address format, it's pointless.

In recent years, the rise of exchanges has changed everything. People have gradually gotten used to transferring assets across chains directly through exchanges. It's indeed convenient, but fundamentally it's still a centralized solution.

The real issue is: the ultimate goal of Web3 is decentralization, and centralized cross-chain solutions are destined to be transitional products. Long-term ecosystem development will inevitably require truly decentralized cross-chain bridges.

Interestingly, a leading wallet has been quietly working in this area for years. From continuous optimization of underlying technology to iterative upgrades in user experience, the progress over the past year clearly shows sincerity. Cross-chain transfers are becoming smoother, and interaction costs are gradually decreasing. The improvement of ecosystem infrastructure will ultimately drive the entire industry into a new stage.