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Telegram has rolled out cross-chain deposit functionality for its TON Wallet, enabling users to fund their wallets with crypto from seven major blockchains without manual conversion steps. The feature is designed to reduce friction for newcomers to the TON ecosystem by making self-custodial wallet funding more similar to familiar, simpler onboarding experiences.
The new functionality supports stablecoins including USDC and USDT from Ethereum, Solana, TRON, BSC, Polygon, Arbitrum, and Base. Deposits are converted automatically to USDT on TON at a 1:1 ratio.
Users do not need to hold TON-native assets in advance. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana deposits are converted into Toncoin. MoonPay handles the technical backend, including conversion and compatibility across networks.
For deposits, users select the tokens and source networks, receive a deposit address, and then confirm transfers from external wallets or exchanges.
Telegram says the feature currently applies to the self-custodial TON Wallet built into Telegram’s interface. The company also indicated that withdrawal functionality is planned for later, allowing users to move USDT on TON back to USDT or USDC on the same supported blockchains, with fees applying. Telegram has not specified withdrawal fee rates.
Andrew Rogozov, founder of The Open Platform and operator of Wallet in Telegram, said the update is intended to simplify entry into the TON ecosystem by letting users bring funds directly from other networks. He framed the goal as making self-custodial wallets easier to use while preserving user control of keys.
Ivan Soto-Wright, who runs MoonPay, said MoonPay’s infrastructure serves as the bridge between blockchains, aiming to remove user concerns such as gas fees and network compatibility issues.
Wallet in Telegram operates under The Open Platform, which claims more than 150 million registered users across its services. MoonPay, founded in 2019, says it processes crypto transactions in over 180 countries and works with enterprise customers. The company also cites regulatory approvals including a New York BitLicense and MiCA authorization in the European Union.
Telegram described February 11, 2026 as a milestone for its wallet services. The platform operates a dual-wallet system, including a multi-chain wallet and a self-custodial option. With cross-chain deposits now live, Telegram is positioning the TON Wallet as a more accessible entry point for users who want to explore TON without first obtaining TON for conversions.
Industry observers said the rollout could influence how other platforms approach blockchain integration, particularly as cross-chain functionality becomes more expected for mainstream adoption. Telegram did not immediately respond to requests for comment about usage metrics or future expansion plans.
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