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ORC-20 Token

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Table of contents
    1. 0.2. How ORC-20 Tokens Work
    2. 0.4. Why ORC-20 Tokens Matter

An ORC-20 token is a fungible token standard built on the Bitcoin network using the Ordinals protocol, designed to improve upon the earlier BRC-20 standard.

How ORC-20 Tokens Work

While Bitcoin wasn’t originally created for smart contracts or tokenization, the Ordinals protocol allows users to “inscribe” data onto individual satoshis. ORC-20 uses this system to define token supply, transfers, and other functions, offering more flexibility and clearer rules than BRC-20. It also introduces improvements like enhanced validation and optional metadata for better indexing.

Why ORC-20 Tokens Matter

ORC-20 expands what’s possible on Bitcoin without altering its core protocol. It brings fungible tokens to the Bitcoin ecosystem in a more efficient and developer-friendly way. As experimentation grows, ORC-20 could open doors to DeFi, collectibles, and broader utility on the Bitcoin chain.