As the demand to incorporate Bitcoin into broader blockchain ecosystems accelerates, Bitlayer has taken a pivotal step in shaping the future of Bitcoin-enabled decentralized finance. Through the first-ever implementation of BitVM — a programmable and scalable virtual machine layer for Bitcoin — Bitlayer is establishing new bridges between Bitcoin and leading L1 and L2 networks, unlocking vast liquidity and utility potential.
Expanding Bitcoin’s Reach Across Leading Chains
Bitlayer has officially announced strategic partnerships with five prominent blockchain ecosystems — Base, Starknet, Arbitrum, Sonic, and Plume Network. These integrations are designed to inject Bitcoin liquidity into multichain ecosystems that collectively represent tens of billions in fully diluted valuation.
Base: Enabling Seamless Bitcoin DeFi on EVM Chains
Base, Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2 network, is now integrated with the Bitlayer BitVM Bridge. This enables Bitcoin holders to bridge BTC using cbBTC, granting access to DeFi protocols throughout the Base ecosystem and beyond. The collaboration facilitates smooth interaction between Bitcoin and EVM-compatible platforms, opening new yield and liquidity opportunities for BTC holders.
Arbitrum: Bringing Trust-Minimized Bitcoin Access to a Leading DeFi Hub
Arbitrum, known for its rich DeFi landscape, joins forces with Bitlayer to support Bitcoin bridging in a trust-minimized manner. Through this integration, Bitcoin users can tap into Arbitrum’s high-liquidity platforms while maintaining the integrity and security of the Bitcoin network.
Starknet: Zero-Knowledge Rollups Meet Bitcoin Liquidity
Bitlayer’s integration with Starknet, a decentralized ZK-rollup scaling solution, aims to introduce Bitcoin to the realm of zero-knowledge proofs and privacy-focused DeFi. The bridge will allow seamless liquidity flow between Bitcoin and Starknet-native protocols, offering users enhanced scalability and security.
Plume Network: Powering Real World Assets with Bitcoin
Plume, a Layer 1 chain purpose-built for Real World Asset finance (RWAFi), is leveraging the Bitlayer BitVM Bridge to bring institutional-grade liquidity to its ecosystem. This partnership positions Bitcoin as a foundational asset for RWA markets, unlocking new avenues for secure, high-value financial products backed by BTC.
Sonic: Revolutionizing Gaming and Web3 Content with Bitcoin
Bitlayer’s collaboration with Sonic — the first SVM chain built on Solana — brings Bitcoin to the world of Web3 gaming and content platforms. As the infrastructure behind Web3-native platforms like a decentralized TikTok alternative, Sonic aims to onboard the next billion users with BTC as a key value layer.
BitVM: A Breakthrough in Bitcoin Programmability
At the heart of Bitlayer’s expansion is BitVM — a novel architecture that introduces native programmability to Bitcoin without requiring forks or compromising security. With Bitlayer’s BitVM Bridge, users can trustlessly interact with Bitcoin across chains, enabling Bitcoin’s $1.9 trillion liquidity to fuel DeFi across multichain ecosystems.
Key Use Cases Enabled by BitVM Integration
- Yield Farming and Liquidity Pools: Bitcoin can be deployed into DeFi protocols such as Aerodrome, Silo, or AAVE, where it earns passive yield through liquidity provision.
- Lending and Borrowing: BTC can be used as collateral to access loans or earn interest by lending to others.
- Staking: Participating in protocol staking with BTC introduces additional incentives and unlocks new yield channels.
These use cases mark a significant step forward in activating Bitcoin’s previously dormant potential, making it a productive asset across the broader blockchain economy.
Looking Ahead: A Unified Bitcoin-Powered Multichain Future
The debut of BitVM is not just a technical achievement — it represents a philosophical shift in Bitcoin’s role within Web3. Rather than existing in isolation, Bitcoin is now being seamlessly woven into the DeFi fabric of leading blockchain platforms.
With this foundation laid, Bitlayer plans to expand its partnerships to include more chains, DeFi protocols, and native Bitcoin Layer 2 networks. The goal is to establish a robust, trust-minimized ecosystem built around Bitcoin as a programmable, scalable, and interoperable financial asset.
About Bitlayer
Bitlayer is a pioneering force in Bitcoin DeFi infrastructure, building the first implementation of BitVM. By combining unmatched security with high-performance smart contracts, Bitlayer is unlocking new frontiers for BTC within multichain DeFi. The project is committed to a collaborative future for Bitcoin finance — developing open-source tools, bridges, and integrations that connect BTC with the decentralized economy at large.
Stay connected with Bitlayer’s official channels to follow the evolution of BitVM and Bitcoin’s multichain journey.
