The blockchain space began as a collection of isolated islands—each with its own technology, community, and assets. Bitcoin existed separately from Ethereum, which stood apart from Solana, and so on. But this fragmentation is rapidly changing as cross-chain standards emerge, transforming the landscape from isolated territories into an interconnected continent of digital value. https://nftmarketo.com/how-cross-chain-standards-are-building-the-foundation-for-a-unified-digital-asset-ecosystem/