@BitlayerLabs is turning Bitcoin into more than just digital gold. Their trust-minimized DeFi stack brings real utility to BTC through a BitVM Bridge, the yield-generating YBTC, and a high-speed Bitcoin Rollup—delivering speed, composability, and security.
What’s New:
BitVM Bridge: Now live on mainnet, it lets BTC flow into programmable environments without sacrificing Bitcoin’s security. ([blog.bitlayer.org], [finance.yahoo.com])
YBTC: Minted 1:1 with BTC, it earns yield through LPs, lending, and real-world asset strategies—all while remaining fully redeemable back to BTC. ([docs.bitlayer.org])
Bitcoin Rollup: Offers EVM-compatible execution with state finalized on Bitcoin’s layer-1, enabling faster transactions at lower costs—making DeFi on Bitcoin a reality. ([static.bitlayer.org])
Why It Matters:
Earn Yield Safely: BTC holders can convert to YBTC and generate yield without risking Bitcoin’s security. ([binance.com])
Cross-Chain Potential: YBTC can move across ecosystems like Sui via the BitVM Bridge, expanding BTC liquidity beyond Bitcoin. ([coindesk.com])
Bottom Line:
Bitlayer is transforming BTC from a store of value into active capital: a trust-minimized bridge, a yield-bearing token, and a high-throughput rollup—all anchored by Bitcoin’s security.
For Users: Grow your $BTC with yield while keeping redemption flexible.
For Developers: Build on an EVM-compatible layer with finality anchored to Bitcoin.
