Bitcoin (BTC) Unlocks New Potential to Secure DeFi Networks
The post Bitcoin (BTC) Unlocks New Potential to Secure DeFi Networks appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Rongchai Wang Sep 17, 2024 09:59 Stanford professor and BabylonChain co-founder David Tse discusses using Bitcoin to enhance the security of proof-of-stake networks. In a recent episode of the Public Key podcast, David Tse, co-founder of BabylonChain and Stanford professor, delves into the innovative ways Bitcoin (BTC) can be leveraged to secure proof-of-stake (PoS) networks, according to Chainalysis. With Bitcoin’s resurgence attributed to factors such as increasing prices and the development of Layer 2 initiatives, BabylonChain aims to integrate Bitcoin’s robust security features into the DeFi ecosystem. Bitcoin as a Security Asset Bitcoin has long been considered the most secure blockchain in the Web3 ecosystem. BabylonChain seeks to utilize Bitcoin’s native time lock feature and cryptographic methods to enhance the security of PoS networks without relying on bridges. This approach aims to incentivize honest behavior by stakers and ensure robust network security. David Tse explained that the idea of using Bitcoin to secure other blockchains isn’t new. Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s creator, had proposed the concept of merged mining to share security between Bitcoin and other proof-of-work chains. BabylonChain builds on this idea by leveraging Bitcoin as a staking asset for PoS networks. Challenges and Innovations One of the significant challenges BabylonChain addresses is the reluctance of Bitcoin holders to bridge their assets to other chains due to security concerns. Instead, BabylonChain allows Bitcoin to remain on its native chain while still being used to secure PoS networks. This is achieved through Bitcoin’s timelock feature and sophisticated cryptographic methods to implement slashing mechanisms, ensuring that stakers are penalized for dishonest behavior. BabylonChain’s architecture facilitates the staking process without requiring Bitcoin to leave its native blockchain. This innovation not only enhances security but also opens up new possibilities for Bitcoin holders to earn rewards by participating in the security of PoS networks.…
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Rongchai Wang Sep 17, 2024 09:59 Stanford professor and BabylonChain co-founder David Tse discusses using Bitcoin to enhance the security of proof-of-stake networks. In a recent episode of the Public Key podcast, David Tse, co-founder of BabylonChain and Stanford professor, delves into the innovative ways Bitcoin (BTC) can be leveraged to secure proof-of-stake (PoS) networks, according to Chainalysis. With Bitcoin’s resurgence attributed to factors such as increasing prices and the development of Layer 2 initiatives, BabylonChain aims to integrate Bitcoin’s robust security features into the DeFi ecosystem. Bitcoin as a Security Asset Bitcoin has long been considered the most secure blockchain in the Web3 ecosystem. BabylonChain seeks to utilize Bitcoin’s native time lock feature and cryptographic methods to enhance the security of PoS networks without relying on bridges. This approach aims to incentivize honest behavior by stakers and ensure robust network security. David Tse explained that the idea of using Bitcoin to secure other blockchains isn’t new. Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s creator, had proposed the concept of merged mining to share security between Bitcoin and other proof-of-work chains. BabylonChain builds on this idea by leveraging Bitcoin as a staking asset for PoS networks. Challenges and Innovations One of the significant challenges BabylonChain addresses is the reluctance of Bitcoin holders to bridge their assets to other chains due to security concerns. Instead, BabylonChain allows Bitcoin to remain on its native chain while still being used to secure PoS networks. This is achieved through Bitcoin’s timelock feature and sophisticated cryptographic methods to implement slashing mechanisms, ensuring that stakers are penalized for dishonest behavior. BabylonChain’s architecture facilitates the staking process without requiring Bitcoin to leave its native blockchain. This innovation not only enhances security but also opens up new possibilities for Bitcoin holders to earn rewards by participating in the security of PoS networks.…
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