Stargate enhances stablecoin swaps with Eco integration

Cross-chain stablecoin swaps have long been one of DeFi’s most frustrating experiences. Slow settlement, unpredictable pricing, partial fills, and gas costs that sometimes rival the amount being transferred. Stargate Finance is betting that its new integration with Eco’s Routes system can make most of those headaches disappear. The partnership combines Stargate’s unified liquidity pools, which span more than 80 chains, with Eco’s intent-based solver network that specializes in optimizing stablecoin routing. The result: stablecoin swaps that typically settle in 20 to 40 seconds, with predictable pricing and no risk of partial fills. How the plumbing works Eco Routes uses what’s known as an intent-based architecture. Instead of a user manually choosing a bridge, picking a route, and hoping the on-chain execution matches expectations, the user simply signs a message describing the outcome they want. Once that intent is signed, a network of competitive solvers races to fulfill the request using available stablecoin liquidity. Because multiple solvers are bidding against each other, the system naturally gravitates toward better pricing and lower slippage. The entire process is non-custo...