Nethermind leaves LayerZero verifier role for Chainlink

Nethermind has ended its LayerZero verifier role and moved its cross-chain operations to Chainlink after reviewing the two infrastructure providers. Summary Nethermind has stopped operating a decentralized verifier network within LayerZero. The Ethereum engineering firm has joined Chainlink as a node operator and technology provider. Nethermind did not identify a LayerZero flaw or disclose the migration’s cost and completion date. BitGo, Kelp DAO, and Wyoming have also selected Chainlink for cross-chain operations. Nethermind said Wednesday that it had migrated away from its decentralized verifier network operations and joined Chainlink as a node operator and strategic technology provider. Nethermind has joined the @chainlink Network as a node operator and strategic technology provider, helping secure CCIP and Data Feeds as part of a joint mission to bring institutions onchain securely. https://t.co/SAqDnCGHQP— Nethermind (@Nethermind) August 19, 2026 The company will help operate Chainlink’s network while supplying engineering tools, infrastructure services, and integration support to blockchain developers. Nethermind said the decision followed an “extensive review,” but it did no...