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by BSC News
April 11, 2024
Unique to BounceBit is its Proof-of-Stake Layer 1 chain, combining the security of Bitcoin with the functionality of a PoS blockchain.
Venture capital firm Binance Labs recently announced to make a strategic investment in BounceBit, a platform for Bitcoin restaking and decentralized finance (DeFi).
Let's learn more about BounceBit.
At its core, BounceBit operates on the principle of unlocking the potential of Bitcoin through restaking mechanisms. Unlike traditional staking methods where coins are locked up to validate transactions, BounceBit introduces a novel approach by enabling users to "wrap" their BTC into another token usable within DeFi applications.
This concept addresses the challenge of earning passive income from idle BTC holdings, which was previously hindered by Bitcoin's Proof-of-Work (PoW) consensus mechanism.
BounceBit's unique approach lies in its utilization of a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) Layer 1 chain, secured by validators staking both BTC and BounceBit's native token. This dual-token system aims to combine Bitcoin's security and stability with a PoS blockchain's flexibility and functionality.
Moreover, BounceBit prioritizes regulated custody of its infrastructure, forging partnerships with reputable custodians like Mainnet Digital and Ceffu.
According to the BounceBit team, the protocol has the following benefits:
Founded in late 2023, BounceBit hasgained momentum, attracting support from prominent investors such as Blockchain Capital and Breyer Capital. The platform raised $6 million in a seed funding round, with its total value locked exceeding $460 million, as reported by DefiLlama. Currently available on the testnet, BounceBit is scheduled for a mainnet launch in April 2024.
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