tBTC, the leading decentralized and trust-minimized Bitcoin bridge, announces its launch on Starknet with direct native minting capabilities. This significant development allows Bitcoin holders to mint tBTC without needing to bridge via Ethereum first. By eliminating this step, the process becomes more streamlined and efficient for users. Starknet, renowned for its advanced zero-knowledge rollup technology, enhances the security and scalability of Bitcoin transactions. This launch signifies a major advancement in Bitcoin’s integration with Ethereum layer-2 solutions, likely to attract more users to the decentralized finance landscape.