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What is Corn?

Corn is a next-generation Ethereum Layer 2 network specifically designed to unlock the full potential of Bitcoin. Built on Arbitrum Orbit, it provides a Bitcoin-centric ecosystem that combines scalability, efficiency, and innovative features to enhance the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Key Features

  • Bitcorn (BTCN): Native gas token of the network
  • popCORN System: Provides long-term incentives for ecosystem participants
  • LayerZero Integration: Enables seamless cross-chain asset transfers
  • Arbitrum Orbit: Leverages Arbitrum’s technology for scalability and efficiency
  • Stylus Support: Allows developers to use multiple programming languages for smart contract development

Why Corn?

Corn positions itself as the “Butter Network” with three main value propositions:
  • Butter yield
  • Butter BTC
  • Butter vibes
It’s designed to be the optimal platform for putting Bitcoin to work, creating a rich ecosystem of Bitcoin-focused applications and services.

Technical Architecture

Built on Arbitrum Orbit, Corn inherits the robust technical foundation of Arbitrum while adding Bitcoin-specific optimizations:

Development Features

  • Multiple Language Support: Through Stylus integration, developers can write smart contracts in various programming languages
  • Bitcoin Integration: Native support for Bitcoin-related operations and assets
  • Cross-chain Capabilities: LayerZero integration for efficient cross-chain transactions

Network Economics

  • Gas Token: Bitcorn (BTCN)
  • Incentive Structure: popCORN System for sustainable long-term ecosystem growth

Corn Documentation

Official documentation for developers building on Corn - The Butter Network for Bitcoin

Data Catalog

Logs

Insights into smart contract interactions through event logs

Blocks

Information on blocks processed on Corn, reflecting network activity and capacity

Transactions

Detailed data on transactions, showcasing efficiency and operational execution

decoded

Decoded transaction information for enhanced analysis and understanding of smart contract executions