The BRC-20 protocol has officially launched its 2.0 upgrade at Bitcoin block height 912690, embedding Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) functionality directly into Bitcoin’s native indexer system. Developed by Best In Slot in collaboration with creator Domo and the Layer 1 Foundation, this upgrade transforms BRC-20 from a simple token standard into a Turing-complete platform capable of supporting Ethereum-style smart contracts. The integration allows developers to build decentralized applications directly secured by Bitcoin while maintaining full compatibility with Ethereum’s tooling ecosystem. This represents a significant leap forward for Bitcoin-native assets, which have seen over $3 billion in trading volume despite being primarily limited to meme coins. The upgrade positions BRC-20 ahead of competing standards like Runes by enabling a full DeFi ecosystem on Bitcoin, potentially sparking renewed institutional interest and driving another bull run for Bitcoin-based assets.
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