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  1. zkBTC Bridge

Overview

zkBTC is a native ZKP-based bridge between the Bitcoin and Ethereum ecosystem, rooted in ZKP technology. It enables Bitcoin holders to mint $zkBTC token, pegged 1:1 to BTC and safely engage with Ethereum’s flourishing crypto ecosystem while fostering the gradual development of a native ecosystem within Bitcoin.

How to Use zkBTC Bridge?

  1. Mint $zkBTC: Deposit BTC through the zkBTC cross-chain bridge, and receive $zkBTC, a fully-backed ERC-20 token that mirrors your Bitcoin holdings.

  2. Engage in Ethereum DeFi: Use $zkBTC within Ethereum’s ecosystem, exploring dApps, DeFi protocols, and various investment opportunities.

  3. Redeem $BTC: When you're ready, redeem your $zkBTC back to BTC with a 1:1 ratio at any time, maintaining the original value of your holdings.

Why zkBTC?

zkBTC offers a seamless and secure way to enhance Bitcoin’s utility, bridging it to the expansive world of Ethereum. While the Bitcoin community builds a native ecosystem over time, zkBTC empowers users to amplify the potential of their holdings, safely and efficiently expanding the scope of what’s possible with Bitcoin.

Cross-Chain, Never Wait.

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