
Borrowing Against Bitcoin: The Cross-Chain Collateral Catch
Bitcoin holders can borrow cash without selling their BTC, but most DeFi lending apps run on Ethereum, creating a cross-chain hurdle.
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Bitcoin holders can borrow cash without selling their BTC, but most DeFi lending apps run on Ethereum, creating a cross-chain hurdle.
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