Charlie Hu, co-founder of Bitlayer, spoke about how to unlock Bitcoin's DeFi potential. #Bitlayer seeks to integrate the security and liquidity of Bitcoin with DeFi functionalities through its scalable Layer 2 solution and the Virtual Machine Bridge (BitVM). The company secured $25 million in funding and collaborates with large mining groups to enhance transaction efficiency. Hu envisions a multi-chain future for Bitcoin, enabling decentralized exchanges, lending platforms, and more, while addressing concerns about transaction prioritization.