# Merlin

Status: Unclaimed

## One line

Merlin Chain is a Bitcoin Layer 2 network built on ZK-Rollup technology.

## Segments

L1 / L2

## Key numbers

TVL $9.4M · per DefiLlama · Updated 2026-09-27 · Source: https://defillama.com/chain/Merlin

## Overview

Merlin builds an EVM-compatible Layer 2 chain on top of Bitcoin that supports native Bitcoin protocols including BRC20, BRC420, Bitmap, Atomicals, Pipe, and Stamp. It uses ZK-Rollup with decentralized Oracle nodes to handle data transmission, offering lower fees and higher scalability than Bitcoin's base layer. Developers can build on Merlin Chain and apply for grants through its ecosystem program.

## Recent activity

- seen: 2026-09-20 — Offers staking of $MERL with 45% APR · https://merlinchain.io/

## Links

- website: https://merlinchain.io
- x: https://x.com/MerlinLayer2

Source: https://sindo.io/c/merlinchain