Bitcoin Hyper's presale has exceeded $28 million at $0.013305 per token. It aims to transform Bitcoin into a high-throughput, smart-contract-ready Layer 2 using SVM and ZK rollups. Analysts suggest potential 6.5x returns by 2026 if the roadmap is delivered, but high risk remains.

Bitlayer has launched the first BitVM implementation and partnered with Base, Starknet, Arbitrum, Sonic, and Plume to extend Bitcoin into DeFi and real-world asset use cases through a trust-minimized bridge framework.

Bitlayer has launched the first BitVM implementation and partnered with Base, Starknet, Arbitrum, Sonic, and Plume Network to expand Bitcoin interoperability across DeFi and real-world asset use cases.

Bitlayer has launched the first BitVM implementation and partnered with Base, Starknet, Arbitrum, Sonic, and Plume Network to extend Bitcoin into DeFi and real-world asset applications through a trust-minimized interoperability framework.

BitVM creator Robin Linus says Bitcoin’s core purpose is payments, with store-of-value status only a byproduct. The comments, echoed by Jack Dorsey, have revived debate over whether Bitcoin should be electronic cash or digital gold.

BitVM creator Robin Linus and Jack Dorsey argue that Bitcoin's original purpose is payments, not just a store of value. They warn that without everyday payment use, Bitcoin risks becoming irrelevant over time.

Bitlayer (BTR), a Bitcoin Layer2 project backed by Franklin Templeton and Polychain, plunged 78% in 24 hours amid heavy selling and liquidations. Trading volume surged 648%. Users allege a rug pull, adding to market panic. Short-term forecasts point to further downside near $0.031.

Bitlayer (BTR) plunged 78% in 24 hours to $0.041 amid heavy selling and liquidations. Backed by Franklin Templeton, Polychain, and Framework Ventures, the project faces rug pull allegations. Short-term forecasts suggest further decline to $0.031, while long-term recovery depends on Bitcoin Layer 2 adoption.