Bitcoin News Today: Volo Launches wBTC Vaults to Boost Bitcoin DeFi Integration on Sui

Volo, a prominent liquid staking protocol on the Sui blockchain, has launched BTC Vaults to deepen Bitcoin’s integration into decentralized finance (DeFi). The product, called the wBTC Vault, allows users to deploy wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC) into one-click, high-yield DeFi strategies. By leveraging NAVI Protocol’s deep liquidity pools, Volo aims to deliver seamless access to yield-earning opportunities with minimal user effort [1].

The new BTC Vaults represent a key development in the growing trend of Bitcoin-backed finance, or BTCfi. Unlike traditional staking, which often locks assets for fixed periods, Volo’s approach enables dynamic strategies that adjust to market conditions while preserving flexibility for investors [2]. This launch aligns with Sui’s broader push to position itself as a Bitcoin DeFi Layer, with over 1,000 BTC already liquid on the network and more than 10% of the chain’s total value locked (TVL) in BTC liquidity [3].

Volo’s wBTC Vaults are built on the Sui blockchain, which is known for its high throughput and low transaction costs. This infrastructure enhances user experience by reducing friction and improving efficiency in yield-generating activities [4]. The product supports automated yield optimization and leveraged positions, offering advanced DeFi strategies through an intuitive interface. According to Volo lead Ben Liu, the initiative transforms Bitcoin from a static asset into a dynamic, programmable one, unlocking new opportunities for users [5].

The launch follows Volo’s successful deployment of a liquid staking protocol for SUI tokens, where users can stake their holdings and receive liquid staking tokens (vSUI) in return. With $50 million in TVL across its staking product, Volo has established itself as a key player in Sui’s DeFi ecosystem. Its security has been verified by audits from Ottersec, Movebit, and Hacken [6].

According to NAVI co-founder Elliscope Fang, the platform’s scalable infrastructure makes it well-suited to host BTCfi applications. Volo’s partnership with NAVI enables the deployment of intuitive, high-yield solutions that aim to empower a wider user base [7]. The product is also part of Volo’s broader vision to expand Bitcoin’s utility in DeFi. The company plans to expand its vault offerings to include other BTC variants, stablecoins, and altcoins in the near future [8].

The wBTC Vaults are now live on the Sui network, providing Bitcoin holders a new way to earn yield without converting their BTC into other tokens. This development reflects the increasing convergence between traditional Bitcoin holdings and DeFi innovations. As the DeFi space continues to evolve, products like Volo’s BTC Vaults are likely to play a pivotal role in expanding access to Bitcoin-based financial tools [9].

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[1]title1: Volo Launches BTC Vaults

url1: https://x.com/press_newswire/status/1953253172****18079

[2]title2: XT Community News

url2: https://www.xt.com/en/blog/community-news/2025-08-07T09:50:00.000Z

[3]title3: Analytics Insight on X: "Volo Launches BTC Vaults ...

url3: https://x.com/analyticsinme/status/1953426532409467090

[4]title4: Volo Unveils wBTC Vaults to Expand Bitcoin DeFi on Sui

url4: https://coinpaper.com/10389/volo-unveils-w-btc-vaults-to-expand-bitcoin-de-fi-on-sui

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url5: https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-volo-launches-wbtc-vault-boost-bitcoin-defi-integration-sui-2508/

[6]title6: Volo launches its first BTC Vault, enabling users to explore ...

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