Much BTC appears unused not because it's inactive, but because using it again risks losing control, immediate access, or understanding the risks. BTCFi seeks to fix this with a two-part approach: create usable BTC yield and make it flexible for other uses.
The first part mirrors liquid staking for Bitcoin. Instead of choosing between interest and accessibility, BTC holders can treat staking yield as a separate asset. They retain their original Bitcoin while a new, usable version circulates. Yield shouldn't require a permanent commitment; it should be movable.
The second part addresses reuse, often mentioned but poorly executed. The resulting token isn't just proof; it's a tool. If liquid staking awakens BTC, reuse keeps it active while it's already working. BTCFi transcends earning interest, focusing on capital efficiency: collateral can be deployed, combined, used in various strategies, or included in financial products without dismantling the original position.
Lorenzo's approach uses traditional finance terms like tokenized strategies, clear identifiers, and units of exposure. BTC holders will adopt BTCFi when it feels like managing an investment—a single position that earns, remains accessible, and can be used broadly—not just for high rates.
The main advantage, if this holds true, won't be a specific rate. It will be BTC becoming a constantly usable balance sheet asset, earning in the background while remaining available. "Liquid staking plus reuse" means less difficulty combining security, yield, and flexibility, not more complexity.
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