BOB Integrates Socket for Native BTC-to-EVM Chain Swaps
BOB Integrates Socket for Native BTC-to-EVM Chain Swaps
馃敆 Bitcoin meets EVM chains
BOB has integrated Socket to enable native Bitcoin swaps with EVM chains.
Key features:
- Users can now swap native BTC directly with EVM-compatible chains
- Socket integration provides access to better pricing
- Multiple swap paths available for improved liquidity
This integration represents a step forward in connecting Bitcoin with the broader DeFi ecosystem, making it easier for users to move between Bitcoin and Ethereum-compatible networks.
Learn more about BOB's native BTC swaps.
Native BTC swaps on BOB, powered by Socket. @build_on_bob has integrated to help users access better prices and more paths for swaps between native BTC swaps and EVM chains
BOB is building the best swaps engine for native Bitcoin, one integration at a time. @SOCKETProtocol is now integrated into BOB Gateway. The cheapest swaps from native BTC to stablecoins, wBTC and tokenized gold. Try it: app.gobob.xyz
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