The Injective Bridge Ionic Upgrade: Helix Market Listing Updates

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The Injective Bridge has reached a pivotal milestone with the launch of its Ionic upgrade, marking the most comprehensive enhancement to date. This upgrade transforms the bridge from a component reliant on the Injective Hub into a fully autonomous cross-chain solution. By integrating IBC, Wormhole, and native Ethereum protocols into a unified system, Injective strengthens its position as a leading interoperability layer in the decentralized ecosystem.

A key advancement in this upgrade is Injective’s adoption of the latest Wormhole Gateway standard. This ensures that all tokens bridged via Wormhole are automatically converted into Bank assets—native, fully integrated tokens within the Injective network. This eliminates the need for manual conversions and unlocks seamless functionality across DeFi applications like Helix, Injective’s premier decentralized exchange.

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Why the Upgrade Matters

Previously, assets bridged into Injective using Wormhole existed as CW20 tokens—a type of wrapped token that, while functional, required additional steps before they could be used effectively within Injective’s native modules. For example, CW20-based tokens had to be manually converted into Bank denom tokens to interact with core features like spot markets, perpetuals, or margin trading on platforms such as Helix.

This extra step created friction for users and limited the efficiency of cross-chain asset utilization. With the Ionic upgrade, this bottleneck is eliminated. Now, when users bridge assets like SOL, ARB, or WMATIC through Wormhole, they arrive on Injective as native-compatible Bank assets by default—enabling immediate use across all dApps without intermediate steps.

This automation enhances both user experience and ecosystem scalability, paving the way for smoother cross-chain interactions and broader DeFi integration.

Affected Assets and Markets on Helix

The upgrade impacts several key markets currently active on Helix, including:

Additionally, bridged versions of USDC, PYTH, and CHZ are also affected. Users holding open orders or balances in these assets must take action to ensure continued access and functionality.

To distinguish between old and new asset standards, legacy market listings will now carry a “Legacy” tag:

These legacy markets will remain temporarily available but will eventually be phased out. Continued trading should occur on the updated pairs.

How to Migrate Open Orders

If you have active orders in any of the legacy markets, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the legacy market (e.g., SOLlegacy/USDT).
  2. Cancel all open orders.

  3. Navigate to the new market:

  4. Place new orders using the updated Wormhole-bridged assets.

The new markets mirror the exact trading parameters (leverage, fees, tick size) of their legacy counterparts, ensuring a smooth transition.

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How to Migrate Legacy Wormhole Assets

Users who hold legacy Wormhole tokens (those ending with “-LEGACY”) must migrate them to the updated standard to maintain full functionality.

Here’s how:

  1. Visit the official Injective Bridge.
  2. Click the “Migrate” button at the top of the interface.
  3. A banner will prompt you to check your wallet—click “Check Wallet”.
  4. The system will display all eligible legacy assets (e.g., SOL-LEGACY, ARB-LEGACY).
  5. Select the assets you wish to migrate and click “Migrate”.

  6. Confirm the transaction. The process will:

    • Send your legacy tokens back to Wormhole
    • Re-bridge them under the new standard
    • Deposit the updated Bank-compatible assets into your Injective wallet

This migration is secure, straightforward, and essential for long-term compatibility with Injective’s growing ecosystem of dApps.

Core Benefits of the Ionic Upgrade

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What happens if I don’t migrate my legacy assets?
A: Legacy assets will eventually lose support. You may lose access to trading, staking, or yield-generating opportunities. Early migration ensures uninterrupted service.

Q: Is there a fee for migrating my assets?
A: Yes, standard gas fees apply on the Injective network. However, there are no additional service charges for migration.

Q: Do I need to migrate if I only trade USDT or INJ?
A: No. Only assets originally bridged via Wormhole (e.g., SOL-LEGACY, ARB-LEGACY) require migration. Native Injective tokens like INJ or USDT.e are unaffected.

Q: Can I still access the legacy markets after the upgrade?
A: Yes, temporarily. But they will be deprecated over time. It’s recommended to move all activity to the new markets.

Q: Will my order history or trading data be lost?
A: No. Your historical data remains intact. Only active orders need to be manually transferred.

Q: How do I know if my asset is a legacy token?
A: Check your wallet balance. If the token symbol ends with “-LEGACY” (e.g., ARB-LEGACY), it needs to be migrated.

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Final Thoughts

The Injective Bridge Ionic upgrade represents a major leap forward in cross-chain interoperability. By unifying multiple bridging protocols and automating asset standardization, Injective empowers users with faster, simpler, and more reliable access to multi-chain liquidity.

For Helix traders, this means fewer barriers, faster execution, and greater flexibility across assets like SOL, ARB, and WMATIC. Whether you're migrating open orders or upgrading legacy tokens, taking action now ensures you remain at the forefront of decentralized trading innovation.

For further details about the upgrade, visit the official Injective blog.

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