Bitlayer Monthly Report - December 2025
05 Jan 2026
A collection of highlights from the month in Bitlayer
Despite a stabilizing crypto market amid year-end volatility, Bitlayer maintained steady progress in Bitcoin DeFi infrastructure, with key expansions in YBTC.B liquidity and cross-chain integrations. A notable highlight was the live launch of YBTC.B rewards on NAVI Protocol, Turbos Finance and Cetus (Sui), marking the first dedicated incentives for Bitlayer’s yield-bearing BTC asset. Key efforts centered on cross-chain integrations and community engagement, building on the momentum from November’s YBTC expansions
Key Milestones:
- Successful launch of BTCFi strategies on the Sui Network, enabling multi-layered yields across leading protocols like Cetus, Turbos, Navi, and Volo.
- Participation in the BitcoinMena conference in Abu Dhabi (December 8-9), including co-hosting a high-profile dinner with Proof of Talk and Kraken, fostering connections among Web3 leaders.
- Conclusion of the SafePal X1 hardware wallet giveaway, distributing rewards to eligible participants.
- Holiday outreach to the community, reinforcing Bitlayer’s commitment to user engagement.
Future Outlook: Bitlayer anticipates further growth in 2026, with potential new integrations and events, including attendance at Bitcoin Investor Week 2026 in NYC. Emphasis will remain on enhancing YBTC liquidity and yield opportunities across ecosystems.
📊 Network Metrics Snapshot
- Bitlayer YBTC Family Data: $133.07M (Source: DeFiLlama - Anchor BTC Protocol)
- Transaction Volume: 95.53M (+3.21% MoM)
- Cumulative Addresses: 800,512
📈 Deep Dive: BTCFi Strategies on Sui Network
Building on the YBTC Family framework outlined in the Reflexivity Research reports, December saw the rollout of BTCFi strategies on Sui, allowing users to allocate BTC liquidity for compounded yields. This integration leverages Bitlayer’s trust-minimized bridging to extend Bitcoin’s utility into high-performance ecosystems.Key features include:
- Allocation across Sui protocols with combined APYs from native rewards and BTR incentives.
- Example yields at launch: ~9.9% on Cetus Protocol, ~3.1% on Turbos Finance, and ~2.9% on Navi Protocol and Volo.
- This expansion aligns with Bitlayer’s roadmap to make Bitcoin a productive asset, channeling liquidity into DeFi without custodial risks.
🤝 Ecosystem Integration & YBTC.B Expansion
- BitcoinMena Conference Participation: Bitlayer joined as a core builder, discussing Bitcoin’s evolution in DeFi. The event culminated in a co-hosted dinner with Proof of Talk and Kraken, attracting over 200 leaders for networking and idea exchange in a vibrant setting featuring Lebanese cuisine and entertainment.
We have a soft spot for hosting unforgettable dinners.
— Proof of Talk (@proofoftalk) December 17, 2025
Moments where the most experienced and respected leaders in Web3 can connect and discuss new ideas in an enjoyable setting.
So it happened again.
A 150-seat dinner that naturally unfolded into a 200-person networking… pic.twitter.com/PKWDQtv0Oi
- SafePal Giveaway Conclusion: The November-initiated giveaway wrapped up, with winning addresses published and claims enabled for 1,200 X1 hardware wallets.
🎬 Market Conversation
- BitcoinMena Highlights: Co-founder Charlie Hu and the team engaged with industry leaders at the Abu Dhabi event, emphasizing Bitlayer’s role in bridging Bitcoin to DeFi and traditional finance.
- Holiday Engagement: A Merry Christmas message to the community, expressing gratitude and excitement for future developments.
- Upcoming Events: Looking ahead to 2026, including Bitcoin Investor Week (Feb 9-13 in NYC), where Bitlayer plans to showcase further innovations.
