# Welcome to BTCFi Hey there, and welcome to the BTCFi! We're thrilled to have you on board as we embark on this exciting journey in decentralized finance (DeFi) on the Bitcoin network. Whether you're new to crypto or a seasoned expert, there's a place for you here at BTCFi. At BTCFi, we're not just building a platform but a community—a diverse and vibrant ecosystem of innovators, creators, and enthusiasts. Together, we're shaping the future of finance on the most secure network in the world. Since our inception in December 2023, BTCFi has been at the forefront of innovation within the Bitcoin and BRC20 ecosystem. Recognizing the inefficiencies of the BRC-20 standard, we've embraced Casey Rodomor's Runes Protocol, offering a transformative approach to DeFi on Bitcoin by enhancing transaction efficiency and reducing costs. **Our ecosystem includes:** **Dex:** A DEX for Runes & BRC20 tokens, currently in testnet, preparing to launch. **Runes Bridge:** Bridges assets between BRC, Runes, and ETH. **Runes Block Explorer:** Provides detailed data from the Runes protocol. **Engraver:** A platform for creating and distributing Runes tokens, individually or in batches. **LaunchGround:** Supports community funding and offers strategic support to developers within the Runes Protocol. We've built a strong community with: * 12,000+ Telegram members * 15k+ Active X followers * 10K Unique NFT holders (Early Community mint) * $350k raised in Seed Round Our revenue streams come from \ 🔸 Transaction fees from platform usage \ 🔸 Premium allocation from projects launched on our launchpad In our testnet, we've already achieved over 5 million USD in volume, showcasing the potential of our platform. We understand that navigating the world of DeFi can be daunting, but don't worry; we've got your back at every step. From our intuitive user interface to comprehensive support resources, we're here to make your experience with BTCFi as seamless and rewarding as possible. So, whether you're here to trade, explore, create, or innovate, know you're not alone. The BTCFi community is here to support you, inspire you, and celebrate your successes. Once again, welcome to BTCFi. We're honoured to have you join us and can't wait to see what we can achieve together. Let's make history! --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://btcfi.gitbook.io/whitepaper/welcome-to-btcfi.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.