Bitcoin in Web3 and Beyond
9 min readarticleIncludes quiz · 3 questions
The term "Web3" is contentious in the Bitcoin community. Many Bitcoiners see Web3 as marketing hype for venture-capital-funded token projects. But the underlying idea — a more decentralized internet — aligns perfectly with Bitcoin's original vision.
How Bitcoin fits into the wider Web3 conversation: identity, payments, assets, and open protocols.
Simple definitions:
- •Web3: Apps that use open networks and crypto instead of centralized databases only.
- •Interop: Different systems working together (e.g., bridges, sidechains, Lightning).
- •On‑ramps/off‑ramps: Move value between banks and Bitcoin layers.
Key Takeaway
Bitcoin may not be "Web3" in the marketing sense, but it is the most successful example of what a decentralized protocol can achieve. Its influence on the future of the internet is already profound and will only grow.
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