Bitcoin Layer-2 Network Botanix Launches Mainnet, Touts Decentralization 'From the Start'
Botanix, a Bitcoin layer-2 blockchain, launched its mainnet Tuesday as it attempts to bring more DeFi capabilities to the BTC network.
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