Wrapped CRO (WCRO) is the wrapped ERC-20 version of the native CRO token from the Cronos blockchain, developed by Crypto.com. Wrapping CRO allows it to be used in decentralized applications and smart contracts on Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible blockchains. Each WCRO token is backed 1:1 by a CRO token locked in a smart contract. The wrapping mechanism ensures that WCRO maintains price parity with CRO while expanding its utility to the Ethereum ecosystem and other EVM-compatible chains.

WCRO serves as a bridge between the Cronos blockchain and the wider DeFi ecosystem by providing liquidity and compatibility without compromising the underlying value of CRO.

DeFi Integration: WCRO can be used on EVM-based decentralized exchanges (DEXs), yield aggregators, and other DeFi protocols that require ERC-20 tokens.

• Liquidity Provision: WCRO is commonly used in liquidity pools, such as the WCRO/USDC pair on platforms like VVS Finance, where users can provide liquidity and earn fees.

• Yield Farming and Staking: WCRO holders can participate in farming programs and earn rewards on DeFi platforms.

• Cross-Chain Bridging: It enables CRO holders to interact with protocols on Ethereum or other chains without moving native CRO.

• Payments and Transfers: As an ERC-20 token, WCRO is supported by most wallets and can be used in applications that require ERC-20 compliance.