Circle Expands CCTP Support to Custom ERC-20 Tokens on Arc
Circle's Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol now supports issuer-operated ERC-20 tokens on Arc, enabling direct asset transfers.
Circle's Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol now supports issuer-operated ERC-20 tokens on Arc, enabling direct asset transfers. This is an original TLT brief based on reporting by Crypto.news, with live market data added, as of Mon, 02 Nov 2026 06:00:04 UTC.
This expansion allows for more seamless interoperability between blockchains, reducing dependency on third-party bridges and potentially improving security and efficiency for token transfers.
- Circle's CCTP now supports custom ERC-20 tokens on Arc.
- Developers can transfer assets directly between supported chains.
- Reduces reliance on third-party bridges and wrapped tokens.
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- Circle Expands CCTP Support to Custom ERC-20 Tokens on Arc — this brief
Circle has announced an expansion of its Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) to include support for issuer-operated ERC-20 tokens on Arc.
This update enables developers to move assets directly between supported blockchains without relying on third-party bridges or creating wrapped versions of tokens.
The development is significant as it simplifies the process of transferring assets across different blockchain networks, potentially improving security and efficiency.
Currently, many token transfers require the use of bridges, which can introduce additional risk and complexity. Circle's CCTP aims to mitigate these issues by providing a more direct transfer mechanism.
The broader crypto market remains relatively stable, with a total market cap of $2.7 trillion and 
Bitcoin showing a modest 24-hour gain of 0.82%.
Figures and sectors in this story, checked live against on-chain aggregators · November 2, 2026.
TLT reads these figures directly from on-chain aggregators (DeFiLlama, mempool.space) at build time — independent of what any outlet reported. Sector totals aggregate every protocol DeFiLlama tracks in that category. Values are live and will change.
Circle Expands CCTP Support to Custom ERC-20 Tokens on Arc — questions & answers
What is the Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP)?
CCTP is Circle's protocol designed to facilitate the transfer of assets across different blockchain networks.
How does CCTP improve asset transfers?
CCTP allows for direct transfers between supported blockchains, reducing the need for third-party bridges and wrapped tokens.
What is the significance of supporting ERC-20 tokens on Arc?
Supporting ERC-20 tokens on Arc enhances interoperability and provides developers with more flexibility in managing token transfers.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original TLT brief that synthesises reporting from Crypto.news. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original TLT brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.