Hemi, a Bitcoin layer-2 protocol, has attracted significant funding despite outflows in other protocols. The focus is on preparation for the mainnet launch.
Introduction to Hemi protocol
Hemi protocol, founded by early blockchain developer Jeff Garzik, has amassed over $260 million in total value locked ahead of its mainnet launch.
Operation and data
Bitcoin L2 protocols like Hemi, Core, and others aim to unlock decentralized finance for BTC through staking and yield generation. Hemi has garnered 2,686 liquid BTC derivatives and around 3,207 in ETH staking tokens.
Future plans
Hemi has become one of the leaders in the space. The funds are currently locked in the private mainnet, while plans for a public mainnet launch advance. The team has not disclosed the launch date.
Hemi continues to attract funds to its protocol, maintaining its course to launch. This could strengthen its position in the Bitcoin L2 ecosystem despite market volatility.