Bitlayer Labs 為比特幣 Layer 2 解決方案籌集了 500 萬美元種子資金

Bitlayer Labs 是透過 BitVM 提供比特幣 Layer 2 解決方案的先驅，已獲得由 Framework Ventures 和 ABCDE Capital 領投的 500 萬美元種子資金。 StarkWare、OKX Ventures、UTXO Management 等投資者以及知名天使投資人也參與其中。這筆資金將推動 Bitlayer 實現將比特幣建立為運算層並在全球擴展其團隊的使命。該公司正準備推出 Ready Player One，這是一項激勵計劃，向為 Bitlayer 生態系統做出貢獻的協議和團隊提供超過 5000 萬美元的獎勵。

Bitlayer Labs Secures $5 Million Seed Funding for Bitcoin Layer 2 Solution

Bitlayer Labs 為比特幣 Layer 2 解決方案獲得 500 萬美元種子資金

Singapore, Singapore, April 3rd, 2024

新加坡，新加坡，2024 年 4 月 3 日

Bitlayer Labs, the pioneer behind Bitlayer, the first Bitcoin Layer 2 solution based on BitVM, has successfully raised $5 million in a seed funding round led by renowned venture capital firms Framework Ventures and ABCDE Capital. The round also witnessed participation from industry stalwarts such as StarkWare, OKX Ventures, Alliance DAO, UTXO Management, and Asymmetric Capital. This strategic investment marks a significant milestone for Bitlayer Labs as it endeavors to establish itself as the computational foundation for Bitcoin.

Bitlayer Labs 是第一個基於 BitVM 的比特幣 Layer 2 解決方案 Bitlayer 的先驅，已在由著名風險投資公司 Framework Ventures 和 ABCDE Capital 領投的種子輪融資中成功籌集 500 萬美元。 StarkWare、OKX Ventures、Alliance DAO、UTXO Management 和 Ametry Capital 等產業巨頭也參與了本輪融資。這項戰略投資標誌著 Bitlayer Labs 的一個重要里程碑，因為它致力於將自己打造成比特幣的運算基礎。

Laying the Foundation for Scalable Bitcoin DeFi

為可擴展的比特幣 DeFi 奠定基礎

Bitlayer's mission is to enhance the scalability and connectivity of the Bitcoin ecosystem. Leveraging BitVM, Bitlayer offers Bitcoin-equivalent security coupled with Turing completeness, enabling developers to build a plethora of innovative applications and DeFi protocols. The infusion of capital will fuel Bitlayer's aspirations to become the leading platform for Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions.

Bitlayer 的使命是增強比特幣生態系統的可擴展性和連接性。利用 BitVM，Bitlayer 提供與比特幣等效的安全性以及圖靈完備性，使開發人員能夠建立大量創新應用程式和 DeFi 協定。資本的注入將激發 Bitlayer 成為比特幣 Layer 2 解決方案領先平台的願望。

Ecosystem Embraces Bitlayer's Potential

生態系統擁抱 Bitlayer 的潛力

The seed funding round underscores the growing recognition and enthusiasm within the blockchain community for Bitlayer's capabilities. Prominent angel investors, including Ryan Selkis (CEO of Messari), Dan McArdle (co-founder of Messari), Dan Held (founder of Asymmetric Capital), Dyma (CEO of Hacken), Trung and Andy (CEO and CTO of Sky Mavis), and Loi Luu (founder of Kyber Network), have expressed their confidence in Bitlayer's vision.

這輪種子融資凸顯了區塊鏈社群對 Bitlayer 功能日益增長的認可和熱情。著名天使投資人，包括Ryan Selkis（Messari 執行長）、Dan McArdle（Messari 共同創辦人）、Dan Held（Ametry Capital 創辦人）、Dyma（Hacken 執行長）、Trung 和Andy（Sky Mavis 執行長兼技術長） 、Loi Luu（Kyber Network 創辦人）表示對 Bitlayer 的願景充滿信心。

The ecosystem support for Bitlayer is further bolstered by collaborations with leading players such as Hacken, AWS Cloud, Ankr, Polyhedra, Babylon, Particle Network, Meson, Nubit, BitSmiley, TokenPocket, Xverse, Flash Protocol, Umoja.xyz, RunesTerminal, and more.

透過與Hacken、AWS Cloud、Ankr、Polyhedra、Babylon、Particle Network、Meson、Nubit、BitSmiley、TokenPocket、Xv​​erse、Flash Protocol、Umoja.xyz、RunesTerminal 等領先廠商的合作，進一步增強了對Bitlayer 的生態系統支援。

Investment Signals Optimism for Bitcoin Ecosystem

投資顯示對比特幣生態系統樂觀態度

The seed funding round reflects the growing optimism and confidence in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Bitlayer's pioneering approach has garnered widespread attention, positioning it as a key player in the race to establish Bitcoin as the dominant blockchain platform.

這輪種子融資反映出人們對比特幣生態系統日益增長的樂觀和信心。 Bitlayer 的開創性方法引起了廣泛關注，使其成為將比特幣打造為主導區塊鏈平台的競賽中的關鍵參與者。

Investor Perspectives

投資者觀點

Roy Learner, partner at Framework Ventures, highlighted the transformative potential of BitVM for Bitlayer: "Bitlayer's innovative use of BitVM sets the stage for a paradigm shift in the scalability and expressiveness of the BTC ecosystem. With the vast majority of global wealth seeking productive avenues, Bitlayer unlocks novel DeFi use cases and applications, empowering Bitcoin to fulfill its potential as a productive asset."

Framework Ventures 合夥人Roy Learner 強調了BitVM 對Bitlayer 的變革潛力：「Bitlayer 對BitVM 的創新使用為BTC 生態系統的可擴展性和表現力的範式轉變奠定了基礎。全球絕大多數財富都在尋求生產性途徑，Bitlayer 解鎖了新穎的 DeFi 用例和應用程序，使比特幣能夠發揮其作為生產性資產的潛力。”

Qiao Wang, co-founder of Alliance DAO, emphasized the significance of Bitlayer for Bitcoin DeFi: "While my focus has largely been on Ethereum, I remain a staunch supporter of Bitcoin. The advent of layer-2 solutions like Bitlayer unlocks a new era of innovation for Bitcoin, enabling holders to harness the power of DeFi. Bitlayer's team is exceptional in their experience, technical prowess, and passion, making them ideally suited to drive this transformation."

Alliance DAO 聯合創始人王橋強調了Bitlayer 對於比特幣DeFi 的重要性：「雖然我的注意力主要集中在以太坊上，但我仍然是比特幣的堅定支持者。像Bitlayer 這樣的Layer 2 解決方案的出現開啟了一個新時代”

Bitlayer Gears Up for Mainnet Launch

Bitlayer 為主網啟動做好準備

The influx of capital will enable Bitlayer to expand its team across business development and engineering, bolstering its global expansion efforts. As the Bitcoin halving event approaches, the need for a robust Bitcoin ecosystem becomes paramount, and Bitlayer's meticulous design and rigorous security audits position it as a cornerstone for this emerging ecosystem. The mainnet launch is scheduled for April 5th, with further milestones on the horizon as Bitlayer continues its development journey.

資本的湧入將使 Bitlayer 能夠擴大其業務開發和工程團隊，從而支持其全球擴張努力。隨著比特幣減半的臨近，對強大的比特幣生態系統的需求變得至關重要，而Bitlayer的精心設計和嚴格的安全審核使其成為這個新興生態系統的基石。主網定於 4 月 5 日啟動，隨著 Bitlayer 繼續其開發之旅，更多里程碑即將到來。

Ready Player One: Ecosystem Incentive Program

就緒玩家一：生態系統激勵計劃

To accelerate ecosystem growth and attract projects to the Bitlayer mainnet, Bitlayer is rolling out a series of incentive programs, beginning with "Ready Player One." This open incentive program will distribute token rewards exceeding $50 million to protocols and teams that demonstrate exceptional contributions to the Bitlayer ecosystem.

為了加速生態系統的發展並吸引專案進入 Bitlayer 主網，Bitlayer 正在推出一系列激勵計劃，首先是「Ready Player One」。這項開放式激勵計畫將向對 Bitlayer 生態系統做出傑出貢獻的協議和團隊分發超過 5,000 萬美元的代幣獎勵。

Bitlayer is committed to providing comprehensive support for all projects, offering investment opportunities, liquidity support, product development resources, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities.

Bitlayer 致力於為所有專案提供全面的支持，提供投資機會、流動性支援、產品開發資源、指導和合作機會。

About Bitlayer

關於比特層

Bitlayer is the first Bitcoin Layer 2 network based on BitVM, offering Bitcoin-equivalent security and Turing completeness. Its mission is to establish itself as the computational layer for Bitcoin, delivering ultra-scalability while inheriting the security of Bitcoin's L1, providing users with high throughput and low transaction costs.

Bitlayer 是第一個基於 BitVM 的比特幣第 2 層網絡，提供比特幣同等的安全性和圖靈完備性。其使命是將自己打造成比特幣的運算層，提供超可擴展性，同時繼承比特幣 L1 的安全性，為用戶提供高吞吐量和低交易成本。

Contact

接觸

Sky Harris, Digital Marketing Manager

斯凱·哈里斯，數位行銷經理

Bitlayer

位元層

skyler@bitlayer.org

skyler@bitlayer.org