BOB

The Gateway to
Bitcoin DeFi

BOB's hybrid chain fuses Bitcoin's unmatched security with Ethereum's versatility, unlocking real utility for the world's most important asset.

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Interactive demonstration showcasing the BOB ecosystem, featuring Bitcoin and Ethereum integration, DeFi protocols, and the hybrid chain architecture that enables seamless Bitcoin DeFi interactions.

The premier destination for Bitcoin
liquidity, apps, and institutions

  • Babylon
  • Bedrock
  • Chainlink
  • Euler
  • Fireblocks
  • LayerZero
  • OpenUSDT
  • Solv
  • Uniswap

Platform Statistics

TVL

Total Value Locked: $0
  • Users
    Users: 0
  • Transactions
    Transactions: 0
  • Projects building on Bitcoin
    Projects building on Bitcoin: 120+
  • DEX volume
    DEX volume: $1.7B+

Bitcoin DeFi is the opportunity of the decade

Explore the massive untapped potential in Bitcoin decentralized finance and how BOB is bridging the gap
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Cryptocurrency Market Analysis
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Current Bitcoin DeFi Usage

Zero point three percent of Bitcoin market cap

Today, just 0.3% of Bitcoin's market cap is used in true Bitcoin DeFi - compared to 30% for Ethereum.

Market Opportunity Size

Seven hundred fifty billion dollars market opportunity

BOB's mission is to close that $750B gap - providing the safest and easiest way to earn with your Bitcoin.

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BOB is a Unified Gateway for BTCFi

1-click Earn

Bitcoin staking, Bitcoin DeFi and Bitcoin vaults, all accessible with just 1 click via BOB Earn.

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Multichain BTC DeFi

BOB Gateway provides 1-click BTC deposits and withdrawals for 11+ major chains including Ethereum, Unichain, Base and BNB Chain.

Keywords: multichain, BTC deposits, withdrawals, Ethereum, Base, BNB Chain

Native BTC via BitVM

BTC on BOB is just BTC, with no wrappers or custodians, powered by BitVM.

Keywords: native BTC, BitVM, no custodians, trustless

BOB Gateway SDK

Hyperstructure your dapp with frictionless native BTC deposits and withdrawals via BOB Gateway.

Keywords: SDK, dapp integration, hyperstructure, developer tools

Cross-chain Swaps

Swap native BTC into any asset on any chain, and swap back to native BTC on Bitcoin.

Keywords: cross-chain swaps, native BTC, asset swapping, interoperability

The Hybrid Chain fuses the best of BTC & ETH

BOB hybrid chain technology combining Bitcoin security with Ethereum Virtual Machine compatibility, featuring ZK proofs, native BTC bridging, and decentralized finance capabilities.

Hybrid Chain Key Features and Benefits

  • EVM Simplicity

    Built on the OP stack with a native ETH bridge and the DeFi dapps you know and love.

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    Feature 1 of 4: EVM Simplicity. Built on the OP stack with a native ETH bridge and the DeFi dapps you know and love.

  • Hybrid ZK proofs

    Rollup security via hybrid ZK fault proofs for the best balance between speed and cost.

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    Feature 2 of 4: Hybrid ZK proofs. Rollup security via hybrid ZK fault proofs for the best balance between speed and cost.

  • Real Bitcoin finality

    All apps, assets and transactions will be secured by billions in staked Bitcoin.

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    Feature 3 of 4: Real Bitcoin finality. All apps, assets and transactions will be secured by billions in staked Bitcoin.

  • Native BTC bridge

    BitVM delivers native BTC onto BOB while retaining strong Bitcoin security - no custodians, no wrappers.

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    Feature 4 of 4: Native BTC bridge. BitVM delivers native BTC onto BOB while retaining strong Bitcoin security - no custodians, no wrappers.
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Access BTC from anywhere with BOB Gateway

Frictionless 1-click movement between native BTC and Bitcoin DeFi, powered by Bitcoin intents and LayerZero. Bridge, swap or stake BTC on multiple chains with just a single transaction.

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BOB Gateway Key Features and Capabilities

  • Powerful toolkit for BTC interoperability

    The BOB Gateway SDK gives 15k dapps on 11 chains access to native BTC.

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    Feature 1 of 4: Powerful toolkit for BTC interoperability. The BOB Gateway SDK gives 15k dapps on 11 chains access to native BTC.

  • Safe and easy access to native BTC

    BTC transfers are verified by light client proofs on BOB.

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    Feature 2 of 4: Safe and easy access to native BTC. BTC transfers are verified by light client proofs on BOB.

  • 1-click deposits and withdrawals

    BOB Gateway also allows you to swap back to native BTC from any connected chains.

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    Feature 3 of 4: 1-click deposits and withdrawals. BOB Gateway also allows you to swap back to native BTC from any connected chains.

  • Modular and extensible

    BOB Gateway has been designed to integrate with a variety of third party interoperability solutions. LayerZero is just the start.

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    Feature 4 of 4: Modular and extensible. BOB Gateway has been designed to integrate with a variety of third party interoperability solutions. LayerZero is just the start.
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Blockchain Bridge

Go Build on Bitcoin

Build on BOB for maximum Bitcoin security for your application. Build with BOB for access to billions in BTC liquidity via one simple EVM integration.

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For Developers

Deploy on the BOB Hybrid Chain EVM

Build at the intersection of Bitcoin and EVM with full EVM opcode compatibility, using state-of-the-art developer tooling, analytics, wallets, and blockchain infrastructure. The BOB Hybrid Chain is built on the OP stack and is a member of the OP Superchain.

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For Developers

Access native BTC via BOB Gateway

Integrate the BOB Gateway SDK in your app to enable direct deployment from Bitcoin L1 and any connected chain. Optional intents, such as staking, lending, and swapping tokens can all be achieved while only requiring a single Bitcoin transaction from the user.

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For Institutions

Run a BOB hybrid node

Hybrid nodes are responsible for operating BOB's core infrastructure. Institutions can focus on one or more key hybrid node roles, including providing the BOB Hybrid Chain with Bitcoin finality via staked BTC, and operating the BitVM bridge bringing native BTC to BOB.

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For Institutions

Join bitvm/acc

bitvm/acc is a working group that brings together BitVM builders, Bitcoin businesses and Bitcoin institutions to accelerate BitVM adoption. Membership is free and will ensure you remain at the forefront of developments in BitVM.

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Backed by

BOB is backed by leading venture capital firms, DeFi protocols, and institutional partners in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space, demonstrating strong industry support and credibility.
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  • Partner 1 of 7: Leading blockchain and cryptocurrency investment firm
  • Partner 2 of 7: Strategic investment arm of Coinbase cryptocurrency exchange
  • Partner 3 of 7: Innovation investment partnership focused on blockchain technology
  • Partner 4 of 7: Digital asset and blockchain technology investment firm
  • Partner 5 of 7: Blockchain investment and research firm
  • Partner 6 of 7: Digital asset platform and investment firm
  • Partner 7 of 7: Technology and blockchain investment firm

Angels from:

  • Angel investor 1 of 3: Leading decentralized finance lending and borrowing protocol
  • Angel investor 2 of 3: Decentralized exchange optimized for stablecoin trading
  • Angel investor 3 of 3: Institutional digital asset platform and custody solution
and more...
BOB continues to attract additional strategic partners and investors in the Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem.
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