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“Unlocking Bitcoin: To DeFi with Mintlayer” – Enrico Rubboli’s Vision for a Decentralized Future

Enrico Rubboli (born October 27, 1976, in Cesena, Italy), a renowned entrepreneur, blockchain expert, and software engineer, has released his latest book, Unlocking Bitcoin: To DeFi with Mintlayer. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to Bitcoin’s role in decentralized finance (DeFi) and how Mintlayer, his groundbreaking Bitcoin side-chain, is expanding blockchain’s potential.

A Visionary in Blockchain and Cryptography
Rubboli is the founder and CEO of Mintlayer, a Bitcoin side-chain focused on Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization. His goal is to seamlessly integrate Bitcoin with DeFi, making it more accessible and practical for financial applications.

With over 20 years of experience, Rubboli has made significant contributions to cryptographic technology and blockchain development. He previously worked as a senior software engineer at Bitfinex (2016–2018), one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges. His career also includes roles at Digital Science in London and ELC Technology in the US, where he worked on cutting-edge fintech solutions.

In 2019, he founded RBB Lab, a software company dedicated to fintech innovation. Now, with Mintlayer, he aims to unlock Bitcoin’s vast liquidity, transforming how digital assets are exchanged and utilized.

Breaking Down Bitcoin and DeFi in Simple Terms
In Unlocking Bitcoin: To DeFi with Mintlayer, Rubboli explains blockchain using a simple yet powerful analogy:

“Think of blockchain as a highway. On the Bitcoin blockchain, only Bitcoin cars are allowed. But at Mintlayer, we’re adding more lanes, allowing different types of digital assets to move freely.”

The book also dives into atomic swaps, a feature that allows users to exchange assets instantly without third parties. “Imagine switching from one car to another while driving without stopping—that’s what atomic swaps do,” he explains.

Shaping the Future of Blockchain
With this book, Rubboli hopes to demystify blockchain, Bitcoin, and DeFi, making them accessible to both beginners and experts. His mission is clear: “Blockchain is the future of finance. The better we make it, the more people will use it.”

Unlocking Bitcoin: To DeFi with Mintlayer is now available, offering readers an insider’s perspective on the future of decentralized finance and how Bitcoin can go beyond just being digital gold.

Dubai News Staff

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