Tokyo, Japan — April 2025
DeFimans Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Babylon Labs—the pioneer behind a self-custodial Bitcoin staking protocol—hosted an exclusive meetup to explore Bitcoin’s evolving utility and foster connections among Web3 professionals.
Unlocking Bitcoin Staking’s Potential
The event, held on April 8, 2025, featured industry leaders like BitGo, DSRV, and Hinode Technologies. Over 100 attendees, including sponsors and media representatives, gathered to discuss Bitcoin’s future as a security backbone for Web3.
Keynote: Prof. David Tse on Bitcoin Staking
Professor David Tse, Stanford academic and Babylon co-founder, presented Bitcoin staking as a third native use case beyond payments and store of value. Babylon’s protocol enables:
- Trustless BTC staking for PoS chains (e.g., Cosmos, Arbitrum).
- No smart contracts or third-party custody—just cryptographic security.
- Slashing mechanisms to ensure decentralization.
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Tse emphasized:
"We must break Bitcoin’s passivity and leverage its value as Web3’s security infrastructure."
Panel Discussion: Bitcoin’s 2025 Ecosystem
Moderator: Mitsushi Ono (DeFimans)
Panelists:
- Rikiya Yanagisawa (BitGo): Stressed security as the top priority for institutional adoption.
- Jiyun Kim (DSRV): Highlighted Babylon’s role in expanding Bitcoin’s utility.
- Jun Morimoto (Hinode): Advocated interoperability to scale Bitcoin’s ecosystem.
Key Takeaways:
- ETFs and Institutional Demand: Japan’s crypto market is growing via ETFs and staking.
- Scalability: Achievable through cross-chain security and developer tools.
- 2025 Outlook: More BTC staking platforms and validator services expected.
FAQs
Q: How does Bitcoin staking differ from traditional staking?
A: It uses native BTC (no wrapping) and relies on cryptography, not smart contracts.
Q: Is Babylon’s protocol live?
A: Yes, it supports multiple chains like Cosmos and Arbitrum, with more integrations planned.
Q: What’s the risk of slashing?
A: Malicious validators lose staked BTC, ensuring network security.
About Babylon Labs
Babylon Labs developed the first self-custodial Bitcoin staking protocol, enabling BTC holders to secure PoS chains without bridges or custodians.
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DeFimans continues to drive Web3 innovation in Japan through events and strategic consulting.
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