Chain-key Ethereum

ckETH (Chain Key Ethereum) is a digital twin of Ether (ETH) that lives natively on the Internet Computer. It leverages the Internet Computer’s chain-key cryptography to provide a secure, direct integration with Ethereum—without relying on centralized bridges or custodians. This breakthrough technology allows users to:

Trustlessly Bridge ETH to ICP – Send and receive ETH on the Internet Computer through a trust-minimized process, reducing counterparty risks common in traditional bridging solutions.

Access ICP’s Low-Cost, High-Speed Environment – Once on the ICP, ckETH transactions benefit from the Internet Computer’s fast finality and low fees.

Expand dApp Possibilities – Developers can tap into ICP’s unique canister smart contracts using ckETH, enabling new cross-chain applications, DeFi products, and services that combine Ethereum’s liquidity with ICP’s performance and scalability.

In essence, ckETH opens up a seamless, trustless cross-chain experience, marking a significant milestone in secure interoperability between Ethereum and the Internet Computer.