Introduction
According to Chainalysis 2025 data, a staggering 73% of cross-chain bridges have vulnerabilities that can be exploited, leading to substantial financial losses. As the DeFi landscape evolves, understanding HIBT digital signature standards becomes critical to ensuring secure transactions across different networks.
Understanding Cross-Chain Bridges
Think of a cross-chain bridge as a currency exchange kiosk at your local market. When you exchange your dollars for euros, you trust that the kiosk will provide you with the correct amount in return. Similarly, cross-chain bridges facilitate transactions between different blockchains, ensuring that the
