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Alexei Zamyatin (Build on Bitcoin) on True Rollups on Bitcoin (EP.608)

Apr 2, 2025
In this discussion, Alexei Zamyatin, cofounder of Build on Bitcoin, dives into the evolving landscape of Bitcoin rollups. He argues whether Bitcoin can match Ethereum's rollups and breaks down how the innovative BitVM and BitVMv2 are game changers. Topics include Bitcoin's unique DeFi potential, the risks of L2s possibly overshadowing Bitcoin, and the pressing need for soft forks. Zamyatin also shares insights on BOB's roadmap for 2025, emphasizing the crucial role of technical advancements and community governance in shaping Bitcoin's future.
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  • The maturation of Bitcoin's technology and infrastructure is attracting high-profile DeFi players, indicating growing confidence in building solutions on Bitcoin.
  • Bitcoin rollups are currently at 'stage zero', with advancements expected to enhance their operational capacity and reach 'stage one' soon.

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The Evolution of Bitcoin's DeFi Landscape

The recent shift in focus towards DeFi within the Bitcoin ecosystem indicates a maturation of the technology and growing confidence among developers and users. High-profile DeFi players like Luilu and Michael from Curve are returning to explore opportunities in Bitcoin, which highlights the increasing interest in building decentralized finance solutions on this platform. This renewed drive suggests that the infrastructure is becoming more robust and capable of supporting these complex applications. With many Layer 2 protocols reaching mainnet, the excitement around Bitcoin's DeFi renaissance seems to be at an inflection point, signaling potential for future growth.

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