They say lightning never strikes the same place twice, but Mintlayer is that second lighting strike! Electrifying and empowering $BTC ⚡ #LightningNetwork #Bitcoin

🚀 Exciting News! After two years of dedicated work, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of Mintlayer Mainnet on Jan 29, 2024! 🎉 🤖 Crafted by top engineers & blockchain experts, our mainnet features a cutting-edge consensus mechanism, setting new standards in blockchain…

Bitcoin is the primary mover in the whole ecosystem. But its unharnessed potential has gone unnoticed and unutilized. Mintlayer opens #Bitcoin to #DeFi. Find out how below.

What can you do with Mintlayer? It's not just about #HODLing #Bitcoin anymore. Dive into the world of DeFi using native #BTC via Atomic Swaps. From lending, borrowing, to staking— we're ensuring BTC remains a force in the #DeFi revolution. 1/2 🧵

🔓 Mintlayer is all about open doors and endless possibilities! We are permissionless and open source meaning everyone can innovate and build on #Bitcoin with us. Curious what can be built on Mintlayer? Head to our blog to see what is possible. 📌

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🚀 #Bitcoin fees are soaring again, nearly 1,000% since August! Why? The resurgence of #Ordinals! 📈But there’s more to this story. Dive into our in-depth analysis in “The #Blockspace Dilemma”. Where we explore the challenges of network congestion, the role of Inscriptions and…

🚨Countdown to a #Crypto Milestone!🚨 The SEC’s decision deadline on 12 Bitcoin #ETFs is almost here - Nov 17. This could be a game-changer for the crypto market! What does this mean? Approval could signal a huge leap towards mainstream acceptance of #cryptocurrencies,…

Mintlayer 🌱 protocol is a platform for developers to build 🏗️ on Bitcoin. What Kind of Projects Can Be Built On Mintlayer?: - Payments with #Crypto ✅ - DEX- #Decentralized Exchange ✅ - Token Generation ✅ - #Marketplaces ✅ - Derivatives ✅ - Mutual Funds ✅ -…

Are 🪙 Tokenized #RWAs (Real-World Assets) the future of #DeFi ? Offering tangible assets with real yield and a potential $10T market by 2030 📈 Are they more than just hype? What's your take? Vote! And let us know why in the comments!

Tokenized RWAs are transforming finance! But what are they? 🤔 In short - Real-world assets 🪙 like bonds, real estate, art, trading cards, watches, thar are digitized and represented on the blockchain. This innovation bridges traditional assets with crypto, offering a new…

Embark on your #Testnet journey and start running a node today! 🚀 Learn how to set up a node, create a wallet, make transactions and connect to the Mintlayer network! Get started:

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Atomic swaps use #smartcontract tech to enable cross-chain exchanges of assets. With Atomic swaps both parties successfully swap assets, or the transaction doesn’t occur at all.

Why Crypto? Why #Bitcoin? Why Mintlayer? Check out this fantastic clip of @CharlieShrem discussing and sharing his views on the importance of $BTC #layer2 solutions in both traditional and crypto markets.

What is a #sidechain? Sidechains are an independent type of #Layer2 scaling solution. These work in harmony with primary blockchains. In short, Mintlayer is a sidechain to #Bitcoin; we allow them to scale, and can increase throughput without straining the primary chain.…

#Mintlayer version 0.2.0 is here – time to upgrade your nodes! 🎉 This upgrade will enforce a #testnet network upgrade on Monday, the 13th, at approximately 10 AM UTC. ✨ New features for enhanced security & control 🔒 Authority switching for robust key management 🔄 Improved…

Curious about how @Mintlayer is building their PoS consensus? Delve into its development from inception to now. Discover the decisions made, lessons learned from others like @Blockstream 's Liquid and innovative steps toward security and efficiency.

HSBC, #RWA, & Gold! What does it all mean? 🏦 #HSBC, one of the largest banks in the world, is tokenizing its physical gold reserves. 🧈 The gold will stay in their vault, but HSBC will create a digital twin. 🤝 Institutional clients will then be able to trade the assets on the…

What are the benefits of having #NFTs on layer 2 (Mintlayer) vs layer 1 (Bitcoin)? Benefits of #Layer2: 🚭Reduce Network Pollution 💸 Lower Costs ⚡ Faster 🛡️ DependabilityRead the full article on our blog:

🚨 BREAKING: Sam Bankman-Fried, the former #FTX CEO, has been convicted on all counts, marking a significant moment in #crypto history. This verdict sends a strong message to the industry. It’s a reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability in the #Web3 space…

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Why are some forms of #Bitcoin Bridging bad? 🤔 Wrapped Bitcoin and Token Bridges bring in third parties and extra attack surface into transactions. 💸 These have been the reason for the significant losses in #DeFi. 1/2 🧵

With #BTC and Mintlayer, you can engage in novel #DeFi products. Like Mintlayer Atomic Swaps which will allow direct swaps of native #Bitcoin for tokenized assets. 🙅No Bridges 🙅‍♂️No intermediaries 🙅‍♀️No peg-in, wrapped, or federated tokens 🔥No counterparty risk

Exciting times ahead! Forget the tricks and dips📈; We’re all about #Bitcoin this #Halloween! Let’s go hunting and find some $BTC treats! 🍬 #HappyHalloween

Bitcoin is the primary mover in the whole ecosystem. But its unharnessed potential has gone unnoticed and unutilized. Mintlayer opens #Bitcoin to #DeFi. Find out how below.

October has been monumental. ⚒️ Mintlayer Node v0.1.3 🤝 P2P enhancements and wallet adjustments. 🔒 Enhanced staking security. And more! Check out the full article below! 📌

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What is Mintlayer interoperable with? We are interoperable with #Bitcoin via Atomic Swaps and the #LightningNetwork. Mintlayer allows for the direct use of native Bitcoin in #DeFi applications.

What are we compatible with? We are designed to interact with #Bitcoin and the #LightningNetwork seamlessly. Mintlayer unlocks Bitcoin to Decentralised Finance tools without wrapped, pegged or federated tokens.

What can be built on Mintlayer? Mintlayer enables devs to build 🧱 on Bitcoin. Unlocking a huge number of use cases like: 💱 Atomic Swaps 📈 DEXs ⚡ Payments via the Lightning Network 🎨 NFTs 🏦 And other DeFi solutions Get the full scoop: 📍

What does layer 2 mean? 🤔 “Layer 2” means a secondary framework that’s built to work with a pre-existing blockchain. It's like a turbocharger for existing blockchains! Boosting scalability, adding functions & overcoming limitations of Layer1. Mintlayer 🌱 = $BTC #layer2

Check out our article on the role of #Bitcoin nodes. Learn how nodes verify transactions, store the #blockchain, and keep the network decentralized.

🌌 What are some use-cases for Mintlayer? Mintlayer allows you to achieve more with your Bitcoin. 🔓 Unlocking Atomic Swaps, Smart contracts, #DeFi, #NFTs and more for BTC. Find out what is possible in the thread 👇 1/11 🧵

What is an atomic swap? The ‘holy grail’ of interoperability in blockchain; a type of smart contract technology that enables the exchange of different #cryptocurrencies on #blockchain. In short, both parties exchange their assets, or the transaction won’t take place.

Our atomic swaps use Hashed Time Lock Contracts (HTLCs) to ensure that cross-chain transactions are executed concurrently and securely between parties. If one party fails to meet the conditions, then the transaction fails and both parties retain their assets. 1/3 🧵

What is Mintlayer? 🤔 Mintlayer is a #Bitcoin #Layer2 sidechain. But what does that mean? We're an independent blockchain that’s like an upgrade for $BTC, bringing #DeFi to native Bitcoin without the need for wrapped versions.

Why are some forms of Bitcoin Bridging bad? Wrapped Bitcoin and Token Bridges bring in third parties and extra attack surface into transactions. These have been the reason for the significant losses in DeFi. 1/2 🧵

In the early days of #Bitcoin, people were focused on growing the blockchain without confusing people. Keeping $BTC simple and to the point. Things have now evolved. But how? 1/3 🧵

⚡️Lightning Strikes Twice!⚡️ In just 2 years, #Bitcoin’s #LightningNetwork growth has jumped 1,200%, with a staggering 6.6 million routed transactions in August alone! Compared with August 2021’s 503K But what does growth mean for $BTC? 👇

🔀 Atomic swaps use #smartcontract tech to enable cross-chain exchanges of assets. With Atomic swaps both parties successfully swap assets, or the transaction doesn't occur at all. 🧙‍♂️

🎉 Mintlayer was featured in @Altcoinbuzzio ’s latest article on The Q3-2023 Bitcoin Ecosystem! Check out how we are part of the #layer2 wave to unleash Bitcoins potential. 📖 More details below.

Why are we unique? Our elite Interoperability with #Bitcoin is why we excel compared to our competitors. The Mintlayer approach brings added security and removes the need for intermediaries and complex mechanisms. We eliminate counterparty risk and reduce friction.

What can you do with Mintlayer? Mintlayer unlocks Decentralized Finance with native $BTC via Atomic Swaps. Enabling lending, borrowing, staking & more with #Bitcoin. 👇 Find out what else is possible 👇

🔥 The future of #DeFi isn’t just for digital assets. It’s next evolution will be the tokenization of real-world assets #RWA. If you’re in the game to disrupt and innovate, you can’t afford to ignore this seismic shift.

Did you know that Mintlayer enables #Bitcoin swaps utilising the #LightningNetwork for faster, cheaper transactions? Discover how Mintlayer allows decentralized exchanges of Bitcoin for any token - stablecoins, tokenized assets, and more.

What makes Mintlayer unique from other #Bitcoin layer-2s? 💱 Atomic Swaps with Native $BTC 🆓 Free Market Principles 👩‍💻 Easily Accessible for all 🪙 Embedded Tokenization Find out the nitty gritty details in the 🧵 👇 1/5 🧵

What does layer 2 mean? 🤔 “#Layer2” means a secondary framework that’s built to work with a pre-existing blockchain. It's like a turbocharger for existing #blockchains! Boosting scalability, adding functions & overcoming limitations of Layer1. Mintlayer 🌱 = BTC layer 2

🌌 What are some use-cases for Mintlayer? Mintlayer allows you to achieve more with your #Bitcoin. 🔓 Unlocking Atomic Swaps, Smart contracts, #DeFi, #NFTs and more for BTC. Find out what is possible in the thread 👇 1/11 🧵

🎉 Goodbye, September. Hello, Mintlayer Updates! - Block Explorer improvements 🔎 - Wallet upgrades 🔐 - P2P Network & Mempool optimization 🌐 Testnet v0.1.3 coming soon! Read more:

Mintlayer's Incentivized Testnet: Final Details Revealed 📅 End Date: Jan 31, 2024 💎 Check out the article to find out! And Learn how to secure your share!

With #BTC and Mintlayer, you can engage in novel #DeFi products. Like Mintlayer Atomic Swaps which will allow direct swaps of native Bitcoin for tokenized assets. 🙅No Bridges 🙅‍♂️No intermediaries 🙅‍♀️No peg-in, wrapped, or federated tokens 🔥No counterparty risk

A Threat to Ethereum's #DeFi Dominance? #Bitcoin's potential interoperability is gaining attention, with Industry leaders seeing interoperability as a gateway for Bitcoin to directly engage in DeFi, boosting market liquidity. 1/4 🧵