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Merlin Chain Launches BTC Staking Feature with Up to 21% Annual Returns

Merlin Chain has introduced Vault 2 for BTC staking, raising the limit to 100 BTC to accommodate community interest, with yields reaching 21%.

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Summary

Merlin Chain has announced the launch of BTC Staking Vault 2, increasing the staking limit from 50 BTC to 100 BTC to satisfy high community demand. The annualized yield for BTC staking is currently up to 21%, with rewards anticipated in early October 2025. The initial vaults sold out rapidly, reflecting strong interest in this staking feature, which enhances network security through a Proof of Stake mechanism.

Terms & Concepts
  • Proof of Stake (PoS): A consensus mechanism where validators are chosen to create new blocks based on the number of coins they hold and are willing to 'stake' as collateral.
  • Total Value Locked (TVL): A metric that represents the total value of assets staked or locked in a particular blockchain project or DeFi platform.
  • cross-chain: Refers to the ability of different blockchain networks to communicate and interact with each other.