Tech Optimist Episode #69: Turning Bitcoin Into A Yield-Generating Asset

Babylon enables Bitcoin holders to stake their assets securely on proof-of-stake networks without the need for complex bridging

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In this episode, AV Managing Partner Ray Wu sits down with David Tse to explore his company’s groundbreaking approach to Bitcoin staking.

Babylon enables Bitcoin holders to stake their assets securely on proof-of-stake networks without the need for complex bridging, enhancing both blockchain security and capital efficiency.

Tse explains how Babylon’s innovative protocol leverages Bitcoin’s security for the broader ecosystem, creating new opportunities for Bitcoin holders while addressing key challenges in decentralized finance.

With over $1.5 billion in total value locked and backing from major investors like Paradigm, Babylon is on a mission to shape the future of blockchain infrastructure.

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