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Babylon Raises $70M to Enable Bitcoin Staking on Ethereum and Solana

The crypto startup aims to leverage Bitcoin's reserves to secure proof-of-stake networks and offer yield opportunities for BTC holders.

  • Babylon secures $70 million in funding to develop Bitcoin staking for Ethereum and Solana.
  • Lead investor Paradigm, along with Polychain Capital and Bullish Capital, contributed to the funding round.
  • The project aims to utilize Bitcoin's vast reserves to enhance the security of proof-of-stake networks.
  • Babylon's approach could allow Bitcoin holders to earn yields by staking their assets on other blockchains.
  • The initiative reflects a renewed interest in Bitcoin-focused projects within the crypto community.
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