At block 912,690, the team at bestinslotxyz launched BRC2.0, a major upgrade that merges Ethereum’s execution engine into Bitcoin’s token standard.
The result is a system where BRC20 indexers, once simple “calculators” tracking balances, now act like full computers capable of running apps. For the first time, developers can build smart contracts, DeFi platforms, and even decentralized apps directly on Bitcoin.
Why This Matters for Bitcoin
Until now, Bitcoin’s blockchain has been designed mainly for transactions. Developers created workarounds like BRC20 tokens to add features, but these were limited. By introducing BRC2.0, Bitcoin gains the same execution layer that powers Ethereum. This means code can now run on Bitcoin instead of just tracking token movements.
Think of it as the difference between a basic calculator and a smartphone. A calculator performs one job. A smartphone, by contrast, can run apps, connect with others, and handle complex tasks. With BRC2.0, Bitcoin is making that leap.
BRC2.0 is officially live on Bitcoin mainnet.
Bitcoin L1 now has smart contracts, programmability, and 6-byte tickers. ⚡️
The road ahead is full of new products, features, and airdrops. Stay tuned! 🪂✨ pic.twitter.com/GCAy6i4hJw
— Best in Slot | BRC2.0 Loading… ⏳ (@bestinslotxyz) September 1, 2025
This could open the door to lending protocols, decentralized exchanges, and even NFT marketplaces that live directly on Bitcoin. According to DeFiLlama, Ethereum hosts over 60 percent of all decentralized finance activity today, totaling more than $40 billion locked in smart contracts. If even a small slice of that activity shifts to Bitcoin, the world’s oldest blockchain could enter a new growth phase.
The Bigger Trend in Bitcoin Innovation
BRC2.0 is part of a broader trend of pushing Bitcoin beyond its original role. Over the past year, experiments like Ordinals, which allow images and text to be inscribed on Bitcoin, have drawn both excitement and criticism. Some see it as cluttering the network, while others view it as proof that Bitcoin can evolve.
Btw just saw @OnChainMonkey hit #1 market cap on Bitcoin Ordinals
Who would have thought you can just keep building and come out on top. Crazy right?
Btw, this is NOT to throw shade on any other projects. Respect everyone and just want to celebrate the underdog pic.twitter.com/BBpC2bBXVi
— trevor.btc (@TO) September 1, 2025
A real-world example of this shift is the rise of Bitcoin-based NFTs. Collections like Bitcoin Frogs have gained traction, showing that users are eager to experiment. With BRC2.0, those same creative and financial tools available on Ethereum could find a home on Bitcoin.
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