Persistence One, a leading provider of blockchain interoperability solutions, has entered into a partnership with Merlin Chain to further improve Bitcoin’s capacity by utilizing state-of-the-art ZK-Rollups. From this deal, an opportunity arises to revolutionize how Bitcoin works through the integration of Merlin’s mBTC token into Persistence’s cross-chain solutions in the BTCfi environment for better efficiency, scalability, and compatibility.
Persistence One is excited to be partnering with @MerlinLayer2 🤝
Merlin Chain is a leading Bitcoin L2 that enhances scalability and security of the Bitcoin network using ZK-Rollups, On-Chain BTC fraud-proof modules, and Decentralized Oracles.
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Tackling Bitcoin’s Scalability with ZK-Rollups
Mainnet Bitcoin (mBTC) has had issues with throughput and scalability, challenges that create hurdles to cross-chain transfer and increased transaction fees. The ZK-Rollup technology, which works on Ethereum, is another solution that could solve Bitcoin’s scaling problems by combining multiple transactions into one to minimize clogging and expenses. By integrating Merlin Chain’s ZK-Rollup functionalities into its system, Persistence one will hope to enhance cross-chain transactions to be seamless and efficient for those who would wish to use Bitcoin Net.
The Role of mBTC in Streamlining Cross-Chain Transactions
In this integration, mBTC, which is Merlin Chain’s Layer 2 Bitcoin representation, will significantly facilitate cross-chain asset exchanges. It also means that the mBTC token can move from one chain to another without having to go through the standard exchanges, hence reducing the number of fragmented marketplaces and giving a more unified place for liquidity.
Persistence’s intent-based architecture allows users to swap tokens with low slippage and without encountering any issues. Such a strategic fit of mBTC with its system will enhance its liquidity and help users seamlessly and safely transfer their assets across various blockchain ecosystems.
Merlin Chain: An Emerging Force in Bitcoin Layer-2 Solutions
Merlin Chain, which started in early 2024, has quickly attracted a lot of adopters as an efficient Bitcoin Layer-2 solution with zkEVM compatibility. Merlin Chain also has decentralized Oracle services and data availability layers that provide additional features and enable staking, farming and DeFi solutions for mBTC users.
Merlin Chain has gained credibility through association with big industry players, and the architecture of the platform is well-aligned with the vision of Persistence One. Persistence’s cross-chain solutions combined with Merlin’s technology developed specifically for Bitcoin will bring better prospects to the BTCfi sector by allowing users to interact with decentralized finance applications easily.
Persistence One’s Mission for a Unified BTCfi Landscape
Persistence One has been dedicated to working towards enhancing the liquidity profile and usage of Bitcoin assets across Layer-2 solutions. Their goal is not to have isolated solutions but to imagine a fully interconnected BTCfi ecosystem in which assets such as mBTC can be easily and safely transferred between different participants.
This collaboration is a significant step toward advancing Persistence One’s goal of providing Bitcoin with genuine cross-chain versatility, thus launching a robust and easily accessible BTCfi ecosystem while integrating various Layer-2 technologies with Bitcoin’s security.