Zircuit AI Trading Engine for Cross-Chain DeFi Drives 80% ZRC Token Surge

Zircuit, a blockchain infrastructure provider, has introduced an AI-powered trading engine designed to streamline cross-chain transactions on EVM-compatible networks and Solana. Dubbed “Hyperliquid for AI Trading,” the platform leverages proprietary algorithms to analyze on-chain and off-chain data in real time, identifying high-potential trading opportunities and enabling one-click automated execution. This launch builds on Zircuit’s existing Deposit Vaults, which secure over $950 million in stablecoins, ETH, and BTC, establishing the firm as a trusted infrastructure provider in decentralized finance [1].

The AI Trading Engine introduces three core functionalities: real-time signal detection, cross-chain execution, and institutional-grade security. By autonomously scanning data streams, the system surfaces profitable opportunities without requiring users to manually monitor charts. Cross-chain capabilities facilitate seamless trading across EVM and Solana ecosystems, optimizing slippage and gas costs through automated configuration. Security protocols, including Sequencer Level Security (SLS)—a framework previously used to safeguard Zircuit’s deposit vaults—are extended to the trading engine, ensuring secure cross-chain transactions [3].

A closed beta for the platform is set for late July 2025, with a public launch scheduled for August 2025. Zircuit will incentivize ecosystem participation by allocating 10 million of its native ZRC tokens to reward developers building AI-driven trading strategies. Vault users will receive beta invitations via their dashboards, alongside trading incentives and prizes. New deposit vault participants will also gain fee rebates on future AI trading activity [1].

The product’s development aligns with broader industry trends of AI integration in crypto trading, though analysts caution that its success hinges on adoption rates and the effectiveness of its algorithms in volatile markets. While Zircuit has not disclosed performance metrics for the engine, the firm’s existing infrastructure and user base suggest a strong foundation for scaling [4]. The ZRC token saw an 80% surge in late July, attributed to speculation around the product’s release, but the firm’s CEO emphasized that the AI engine represents a strategic expansion beyond on-chain banking [2].

Zircuit’s focus on cross-chain interoperability and automation addresses critical pain points in DeFi, including fragmentation and execution inefficiencies. By combining institutional-grade security with user-friendly automation, the platform aims to lower barriers for both retail and institutional traders. However, challenges remain in ensuring the system’s reliability during extreme market conditions, particularly as AI-driven trading models must adapt to unpredictable price swings [5].

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[1] [Zircuit Launches AI Trading Engine for Lightning-Fast, Cross-Chain Trading](https://www.theblock.co/press-releases/364166/zircuit-launches-ai-trading-engine-for-lightning-fast-cross-chain-trading)

[2] [ZRC Price Rallies 80% as Zircuit Announces Hyperliquid for AI Trading](https://invezz.com/news/2025/07/24/zrc-price-rallies-80-as-zircuit-announces-hyperliquid-for-ai-trading/)

[3] [Zircuit Unveils AI Trading Engine 'Hyperliquid' for Secure and Fast DeFi Transactions](https://crypto-economy.com/zircuit-unveils-ai-trading-engine-hyperliquid-for-secure-and-fast-defi-transactions/)

[4] [Zircuit Introduces Cross-Chain AI Trading with Hyperliquid Engine](https://blockchainreporter.net/zircuit-introduces-cross-chain-ai-trading-with-hyperliquid-engine/)

[5] [Zircuit Launches AI-Powered Trading Engine to Pair with $950M DeFi Vaults](https://blockonomi.com/zircuit-launches-ai-powered-trading-engine-to-pair-with-950m-defi-vaults/)