Bitcoin Updates: Programmable Bitcoin Enters DeFi with Hemi and Aster Connecting Ecosystems
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The $HEMI token is central to Hemi’s “supernetwork,” a platform built to connect the
Aster’s CEO underscored the importance of the listing, describing it as a “strategic, cross-protocol initiative” aimed at advancing the next wave of DeFi infrastructure, according to FFNews. The exchange, which now offers just 20 spot-traded assets, sees this partnership as a move to broaden institutional access to Bitcoin-based yield opportunities, FFNews added. Meanwhile, Hemi co-founder Jeff Garzik said the alliance increases the token’s exposure among a “growing investor community” and leverages joint support from YZi Labs to foster broader participation in Bitcoin-powered DeFi, FFNews reported.
The project also highlights Hemi’s EVM-compatible environment, which enables Bitcoin holders to lend, stake, or earn returns on their BTC without custodial risks, as outlined in the Hemi blog. This approach aligns with Aster’s goal of streamlining cross-chain trading by pooling liquidity from various networks into a single interface, the Hemi blog post continues. The partnership reflects a wider movement in DeFi to extend Bitcoin’s use beyond its traditional role as a store of value, a
For investors, this collaboration points to increasing institutional interest in Bitcoin’s programmable features. Aster’s emphasis on financial discipline and strategic growth—similar to Sify’s recent focus on AI-powered digital infrastructure in India—signals a shift in the industry toward scalable, future-oriented platforms, FFNews observed. Nonetheless, challenges such as regulatory oversight and execution risks remain, as seen in other sectors of technology and finance, FFNews cautioned.
