DFINITY launches IC Beta version directly integrated with Bitcoin network

[DFINITY launches IC Beta version directly integrated with the Bitcoin network] On August 5th, DFINITY launched the IC (Internet Computer) Beta version directly integrated with the Bitcoin network. This version does not require a third-party cross-chain bridge and can To provide smart contract functions for Bitcoin, developers can use the integrated API for testing. DFINITY said that in the future, ckBTC, the bitcoin packaging asset, will be introduced, which can be circulated on IC at low cost.

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