In this interview from ConsenSys 2024, Daniel Fogg, CEO of Rootstock Labs, shares his perspective on the growth of the Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem. Fogg dives into how Rootstock, as the first Bitcoin sidechain and L2, is tackling scalability challenges while leveraging Bitcoin's security and widespread adoption. He discusses the current state of the Rootstock ecosystem, its 130+ partners, and the billions in value locked in the network. Fogg also shares his thoughts on the emergence of new Bitcoin L2s, the potential of BitVM, and Rootstock's plans for the future. For anyone interested in the evolution of Bitcoin beyond just a store of value, this interview offers valuable insights into the maturing Bitcoin DeFi landscape.