MNT as a multi-ecosystem asset: Bridging between Ethereum and Solana

A leading scalability solution for Ethereum (ETH), Mantle (MNT) has matured into the highest-capped Layer 2 platform in the industry. The project, which began as BitDAO (BIT) in 2021, was rebranded to Mantle in July 2023, with the new MNT token introduced as a critical governance and utility asset for the network. Supported by the Bybit exchange, Mantle has since pivoted toward real-world assets (RWA) by operating as a high-throughput modular Layer 2 chain that connects traditional finance with on-chain liquidity.

With the introduction of the new Mantle Super Portal bridging solution, the MNT token has now reached another crucial milestone — expansion into the Solana (SOL) blockchain’s ecosystem. In this article, we cover the new Solana bridge for Mantle and the exciting new use cases it’s created for the project’s native token.

Key Takeaways:

• Mantle’s native token, MNT, can now be natively bridged over to Solana, thanks to the newly introduced Mantle Super Portal.

• This development marks the first expansion of MNT beyond the Ethereum virtual machine (EVM) ecosystem.

• You can now use MNT to take advantage of Solana’s DeFi ecosystem via the Bybit Alpha–enabled access to Byreal, a leading Solana decentralized exchange (DEX). 

MNT on Solana: Now live on Super Portal

Mantle (MNT) is a major Ethereum scalability solution, with its native MNT token confidently leading in the market cap rankings of Layer 2–related cryptocurrencies (as of mid-January 2026). The MNT token has been available on both the Mantle Layer 2 chain and Ethereum since Mantle’s launch in July 2023, after a rebranding from the earlier BitDAO (BIT) project name.

The top five Layer 2 cryptocurrencies by market cap as of Jan 11, 2026:

Source: CoinGecko

Bridging MNT between Ethereum/Mantle and Solana

Mantle has now introduced the Mantle Super Portal native bridge, a solution that allows MNT to be bridged directly to the Solana blockchain. The Super Portal offers a unified, simplified cross-chain experience, eliminating the need for users to leave the Mantle ecosystem in order to initiate transfers.

What Super Portal enables

Thanks to this new functionality, MNT becomes a truly cross-chain asset, with availability on three major decentralized platforms: Mantle, Ethereum and Solana. The Super Portal enables direct movement of MNT across these networks, creating opportunities to use the token within the Solana decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, in addition to its established uses on the other two platforms.

Expanding MNT’s on-chain utility

The expansion of MNT to Solana creates opportunities to use the token in one of the most active DeFi ecosystems in the industry. New Solana-based use cases — including trading, liquidity provision, lending and borrowing — are now available to MNT holders and traders. This also allows these users to benefit from Solana’s well-regarded speed, high liquidity levels and asset composability features.

MNT trading and liquidity on Solana

Mantle Super Portal’s introduction further enhances the connection between the Mantle and Solana ecosystems. The MNT token is now listed on Byreal, a major Solana-based decentralized exchange (DEX) incubated by Bybit, offering decentralized trading opportunities enhanced with Bybit’s CeDeFi capabilities.

When you use Bybit Alpha, a platform that simplifies access to on-chain opportunities directly through your Bybit Unified Trading Account (UTA), you can leverage MNT on Solana for trading, liquidity provision and other DeFi operations. 

Why MNT’s Solana integration matters

MNT as a multi-ecosystem asset

While MNT has long been available on both Ethereum and Mantle, these networks are inherently related, with the former serving as a prominent Layer 2 scalability solution for the latter. As such, MNT has largely stayed within the confines of the broader Ethereum-based ecosystem. The expansion to Solana, however, marks a critical milestone: for the first time, MNT becomes natively available on a primary non–Ethereum virtual machine (EVM) platform.

This development transforms MNT into a truly multi-ecosystem asset in DeFi, now with availability on the two leading blockchains by total value locked (TVL). 

Source: DefiLlama.com

More utility, not just more chains

The new expansion to Solana isn’t just an exercise in chain-name collection for the Mantle

project. It also brings about a true expansion in utility and real-use cases for the MNT token: 

• Super Portal creates avenues for MNT integration by Solana-native protocols for common DeFi operations, payments, collateral provision and incentive distribution.

• It also helps DeFi enthusiasts access new liquidity sources with the MNT token. 

• Importantly, it enables MNT applications in the high-throughput and cost-effective Solana DeFi ecosystem, where transaction speeds and fees are typically fractions of those on Ethereum’s Layer 1. 

Continuation of Mantle’s cross-chain strategy

The Mantle project has been proactive in expanding MNT’s access to new liquidity sources via partnerships with platforms like LayerZero (ZRO) and Hyperliquid (HYPE). Moreover, Super Portal’s bridge extends the project’s focus on cross-chain capability building. Finally, the integration of Solana is another major building block in Mantle’s cross-chain development strategy and commitment to interoperability.

What’s next?

Establishing access to Solana’s highly efficient and extensive ecosystem of DeFi solutions is just the initial step for the project. Soon, we can expect continued ecosystem expansion for Mantle via the Super Portal, additional integrations in areas where the MNT token has potential for sustainable use cases, deepening liquidity, more extensive application support and the further transformation of MNT into a freely moving, cross-chain asset. 

Closing thoughts

MNT has long held great value for anyone interested in crypto finance. The token’s key strategic advantages include discounts and unique offers on Bybit’s central trading platform, simplified DeFi opportunities on Bybit Alpha and the high liquidity of a leading Layer 2 cryptocurrency. The introduction of the Mantle Super Portal adds even more use cases and advantages. 

Thanks to the Mantle Super Portal, Solana’s vast and efficient DeFi ecosystem is now open to MNT holders. To take advantage of this newly available opportunity, bridge your MNT to Solana via the Mantle Super Portal to access trading opportunities on the Byreal DEX via Bybit Alpha.

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