The DeFi Evolution: Bitcoin vs Ethereum

This chapter examines the shifting interests of traditional finance towards decentralized finance (DeFi), focusing on platforms like Ethereum as they seek innovative solutions beyond Bitcoin. It contrasts the perceptions of Bitcoin maximalists with the advancements in DeFi technologies, particularly following Bitcoin's Taproot upgrade, which enhances its smart contracting capabilities. The conversation emphasizes Bitcoin's potential role in expanding DeFi's reach to broader markets and the importance of foundational technology in the evolving financial landscape.