Across Protocol
ACX
Evaluation Score
Overall rating on a scale of 0-10
Dimension Breakdown
AI Analysis
Comprehensive evaluation of the token
Across Protocol (ACX) demonstrates solid technical capabilities and active development (score 7.5), characterized by intent-based cross-chain architecture, L2/Solana expansion, and ongoing V4/V5 protocol iterations. However, significant governance, community, and tokenomic headwinds weigh on its overall profile. In March 2026, Risk Labs introduced a controversial proposal to dissolve the ACX token DAO and transition the protocol into a U.S. C-corporation, undermining decentralized token governance and casting uncertainty on long-term token utility. Furthermore, ACX lacks an activated fee-switch mechanism and maintains a concentrated private allocation (~36%). On the security front (score 5.5), Across maintains strong audit credentials (AA rating via CertiK) and resolved a July 17, 2026 Solana off-chain relayer exploit resulting in a net loss under $4M from relayer reserves without compromising user funds. Because the exploit loss was under the $10M threshold for remediated events and user assets remained intact, no red-flag cap is triggered. The overall score is calculated as the direct weighted average across all six complete sections.
Development Activity
Code updates and developer engagement
Community Support
Social media presence and community engagement
Tokenomics
Supply, distribution, and utility
Market & Use Case
Value proposition and competitive landscape
Team & Governance
Team background and project governance
Security & Audits
Security history and audit status
About Across Protocol (ACX)
Across Protocol (ACX) is a cross-chain bridging and interoperability protocol designed for Ethereum and its Layer-2 network ecosystem, with additional multi-chain support extended to Solana. Developed in part by Risk Labs and supported by Paradigm, the protocol uses an intent-based architecture powered by off-chain relayers and on-chain verification, including a V4 architecture upgrade utilizing zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs to facilitate cross-chain liquidity and transfers.
ACX functions as the native governance token of the protocol, featuring a fixed total supply of 1 billion tokens with an unlock schedule extending through 2027. The token's utility has historically been focused on governance through Snapshot voting, without an activated fee-switch mechanism to direct protocol revenues to holders. The token distribution features a concentrated private-sale allocation of approximately 36%. In March 2026, Risk Labs introduced a proposal to dissolve the ACX token DAO and transition the protocol into a U.S. C-corporation, a move accompanied by controversies and unverified allegations regarding insider-controlled voting and self-dealing, which represents a potential dismantling of decentralized token governance.
On July 17, 2026, the protocol experienced a security incident involving an off-chain relayer on Solana, where an attacker forged 1,627 fake deposit events to drain approximately $4.5 million from Risk Labs' relayer reserves, resulting in a net loss of under $4 million after accounting for attacker funds. User funds were unaffected, and the issue was patched within five hours. The ACX token trades on centralized exchanges such as Coinbase and Kraken, maintaining a small market capitalization and low trading volumes amid significant drawdowns from historical highs.