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Second Version of Bitcoin Virtual Machine BitVM2 and Updated BitVM Bridge Released

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago

  1. Introduction of BitVM2
  2. Updated Features of BitVM2
  3. Improvements to BitVM Bridge


    4. Bitcoin developers introduced a new version of the Bitcoin Virtual Machine, BitVM2, and an updated BitVM Bridge. The new version aims to enhance transaction efficiency within the Bitcoin network.

    Introduction of BitVM2

    This week, the second version of the Bitcoin Virtual Machine, known as BitVM2, was released. According to the developers, this version aims to increase Bitcoin's transaction capacity without altering its core code and principles of decentralization.

    BitVM2 employs optimistic computation to scale Bitcoin using sidechains.Alexei Zamyatin

    Updated Features of BitVM2

    The new version of BitVM introduces a permissionless system that allows any user to challenge suspicious transactions. This is a departure from the previous version, which limited challenge rights to designated parties.

    Improvements to BitVM Bridge

    The document highlights significant updates to the BitVM Bridge. Key enhancements include reduced capital requirements and shorter asset lock-up periods, facilitating the transfer of bitcoins to and from rollups – secondary networks that enable faster and less costly transactions on the Bitcoin network.

    The presented updates to BitVM2 and BitVM Bridge are aimed at improving the efficiency and speed of transactions on the Bitcoin network, without compromising the core principles of decentralization. This marks an important step in enhancing the Bitcoin infrastructure and supporting its further growth and scalability.

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