ℹ Overview of the Core Network

Core is a high-performance, EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain built to bring smart contracts and decentralized applications to Bitcoin. Designed as a complementary platform to Bitcoin, Core leverages Bitcoin-native features like CLTV (Check Lock Time Verify), Bitcoin hash power, and a unique consensus mechanism calledSatoshi Plus.

Satoshi Plus combines three elements:

Delegated Proof of Work (DPoW)— allowing Bitcoin miners to help secure the network and earn CORE rewards.
Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS)— where CORE holders stake to support validators and earn rewards.
Self-Custodial Bitcoin Staking— enabling Bitcoin holders to earn yield by timelocking BTC without relinquishing custody or using bridges.

Core’s key innovations include:

Trustless Bitcoin Yieldthrough native timelocking
Enhanced Bitcoin utility and securitywithout altering Bitcoin itself
EVM compatibilityfor running smart contracts
High performance and scalabilityfor real-world dApps
Dual staking rewardsthat align incentives between CORE and BTC holders

By transforming idle BTC into a productive asset and integrating it into a scalable smart contract ecosystem, Core aims to unlock Bitcoin’s full potential in Web3.