BitLayer Modular Bitcoin Layer-2 Architecture for Web3
A Secure, Scalable Platform
BitLayer's architecture is rooted in layered virtual machines a combination of BitVM and ZK verifier VMs that handle complex smart contracts off-chain while anchoring process verification back to Bitcoin.
It offers Turing-complete, EVM-compatible support, enabling Ethereum dApps to migrate seamlessly to Bitcoin. Plus, its Optimistic Virtual Machine (OPVM) and OP-DLC bridge ensure trustless asset movement in and out of Bitcoin.
Powering Web3 Innovation
BitLayer modernizes Bitcoin as a foundational layer for Web3 by delivering:
Low-cost, fast execution via rollups and ZK proofs
Familiar tooling through EVM compatibility and Web3 node interactions
Developer-friendly environment backed by blogs, GitHub, and API tools
Recent updates like the successful BitVM Bridge mainnet deployment and ecosystem expansion reflect BitLayer’s growing maturity and influence.
Summary Table
Focus Area Highlights
DeFi & NFT on Bitcoin Trustless rollups, yield-bearing BTC, NFT marketplace (BitMagic) and sscalability
Developer Infrastructure Modular VMs, EVM support, Web3 API and tooling, Bitcoin-layer scalability
Web3 Ecosystem Impact Cross-chain capability, low fees, fast execution, foundational support for dApps
