XT x BiHelix AMA Recap: How RGB Unlocks Bitcoin’s Asset Economy
Key Takeaways
- – RGB expands Bitcoin’s role. BiHelix is helping turn Bitcoin from digital gold into a base layer for diverse assets and smart contracts without bloating the chain.
- – Security drives adoption. Bitcoin’s proof-of-work security and global consensus make it the strongest foundation for high-value asset issuance.
- – XT + BiHelix create first access. Through this partnership, XT users will be among the earliest to trade Bitcoin-native assets, with liquidity and early-mover advantages.
- – Wallets unlock usability. With support from wallets like BitPocket, users can seamlessly transfer and use RGB assets, including stablecoins, with lower costs and faster speeds.
- – Challenges become catalysts. Developer tools from BiHelix, industry alignment, and XT-led education will transform early hurdles into growth drivers for the RGB ecosystem.
Bitcoin has long been described as digital gold, a store of value in the crypto economy. For years, most new assets were launched on networks like Ethereum and Solana, while Bitcoin remained relatively limited to its role as a secure base layer.
The RGB protocol is beginning to change that narrative. Built as a smart contract and asset issuance framework that leverages Bitcoin and the Lightning Network, RGB has the potential to turn Bitcoin into a true foundation for asset economies.
XT is proud to be the first global exchange to support both RGB and the Lightning Network. To mark this milestone, XT has formed a strategic partnership with BiHelix, a core infrastructure builder for RGB. To highlight why this matters, XT hosted an AMA on September 17, 2025, featuring four guests who are deeply involved in building this future:
– Bibo, CEO of BiHelix (@beeblebrox_G)
– Eric, XT’s Greater China Representative (@Eric8_88)
– Bangzhu, Founder of RGB|Asia (@bangzhu_x)
– Nolan, Co-founder of BitPocket (@BitPocketWallet)
Over the course of the event, they explored four big questions:
1. What problem does RGB solve?
2. Why issue assets on Bitcoin?
3. What opportunities will users see first?
4. What challenges remain, and how can they become opportunities?
The conversation not only explained RGB’s technical value, but also painted a picture of Bitcoin’s future as an asset economy.
Table of Contents
What Problems Does RGB Solve for Bitcoin?
Why Developers Choose Bitcoin for Asset Issuance with RGB
User Opportunities from RGB and XT’s Strategic Partnership with BiHelix
Challenges and Growth Opportunities in the RGB Ecosystem
XT and BiHelix: Building the Future of Bitcoin’s Asset Economy
What Problems Does RGB Solve for Bitcoin?
To understand the significance of RGB, the guests began by clarifying what exactly it brings to Bitcoin.
Bibo, CEO of BiHelix, spoke from a technical perspective, laying out how RGB evolved and what core challenges it addresses:
“RGB is a smart contract layer built on Bitcoin. It first appeared in academic papers around 2017 and reached stability in 2023. It solves three core issues: scalability, since pairing with Lightning can reach Visa-level throughput; smart contracts, filling a gap Bitcoin never had; and privacy, offering strong confidentiality with optional regulatory openness. Most importantly, BTC can be used directly on Layer 2 without cross-chain risk.”
Bangzhu, founder of RGB|Asia, highlighted how RGB changes Bitcoin’s position in the industry:
“For years, Bitcoin was just seen as digital gold. With RGB, people realize it can also support applications. That changes how we view its endgame. Bitcoin has the security, speed, and flexibility to one day sit at the center of the global financial system.”
Nolan, co-founder of BitPocket, added a perspective from the product side:
“RGB is still in the testing stage, like Tesla’s early Roadster. But the potential is huge. We integrated it into our wallet first because wallets are the entry point for users. As it matures, people will transfer, pay, and hold assets as easily as using mobile payments, without worrying about technical details.”
Eric, XT’s Greater China Representative, explained what this shift means for XT’s community.
“RGB is powerful but complex. Running nodes and channels is a barrier for most people. XT’s job is to hide that complexity so users can buy, sell, and store RGB assets as easily as BTC or ETH. We’re also proud to be the first exchange to support both RGB and Lightning, giving our users first access to this new wave of assets.”
The consensus from all four guests was clear: RGB solves Bitcoin’s lack of flexibility and opens the door to a broader role as an asset economy.
Why Developers Choose Bitcoin for Asset Issuance with RGB
Once the foundation was clear, the host, Laureen (@xinyifengX), transitioned the conversation. If RGB makes Bitcoin more capable, why would developers and projects actually choose Bitcoin for asset issuance?
Bibo (@beeblebrox_G) pointed to Bitcoin’s unmatched security and long-term value:
“Bitcoin is the only truly decentralized network. No country can freeze or alter it at will. Recent incidents of asset freezes on other chains only highlight this. We’ve even used the thought experiment of a future Mars colony: if Musk’s grandson needs to trade rare resources with Earth, the only setup that could guarantee privacy and instant settlement across planets would be Bitcoin plus RGB.”
Bangzhu (@bangzhu_x) zoomed out to the industry’s direction:
“In the end, the purpose of many other chains is to help prove Bitcoin’s success. For a while, attention was elsewhere, but the market has pushed us back to Bitcoin. It has the strongest consensus and the strongest security. That means even if you want to build speculative structures, doing them on Bitcoin carries more weight and credibility. More developers and institutions are now shifting toward Bitcoin, treating it as the true mother chain for assets.”
Eric (@Eric8_88) explained why XT chose this timing to act:
“XT decided to strategically partner with BiHelix now because the trend is becoming clear. For example, Tether recently announced plans to issue USDT on RGB. That is a very strong signal. As more stablecoins, RWAs, and financial-grade assets migrate to Bitcoin, XT users will be among the first to benefit. Our role is to secure that position early so users don’t have to wait or experiment on their own. On XT, they can directly access and trade Bitcoin-native assets. For our users, this is not only a technical upgrade but a long-term strategic advantage.”
The discussion reinforced that security, consensus, and market demand are aligning to make Bitcoin the preferred home for high-value assets.
User Opportunities from RGB and XT’s Strategic Partnership with BiHelix
After laying out the case for Bitcoin, the AMA turned to what users actually gain from these developments.
Bibo highlighted how RGB changes the economics of issuance:
“RGB has a huge advantage on the cost side. In the past, doing an airdrop to hundreds of thousands or even millions of users on the mainnet was nearly impossible. Last year, we used RGB on Layer 2 to airdrop to over one million Bitcoin users, and the total cost was only 6.9 BTC. That level of efficiency and cost reduction is going to fundamentally reshape how traditional industries think about issuing assets.”
Nolan (@BitPocketWallet) explained how wallets translate these breakthroughs into user experience:
“Many users holding RGB tokens haven’t felt the real benefits yet. Lightning transfers are over 30 times cheaper than Bitcoin mainnet, but few people try them. By putting assets into Lightning channels, RGB lets users experience that speed and low cost. Wallets will be the bridge, making it feel as natural as sending money with WeChat Pay.”
Eric laid out how XT is bringing those benefits to its users:
“For users, the key is: what does this mean for me? First, we’ll prioritize listing RGB-native assets from the BiHelix ecosystem so XT users can trade them early. Second, the process will be seamless, no need to learn Taproot or Lightning. Third, we’ll combine listings with incentives and education, so users gain knowledge and real rewards at the same time.”
The focus here shifted from infrastructure to tangible outcomes. Users will not need to be developers or technical experts to feel the impact of RGB. Instead, they will experience faster, cheaper, and more accessible opportunities delivered through familiar platforms like XT and BitPocket.
Challenges and Growth Opportunities in the RGB Ecosystem
Laureen (@xinyifengX) reminded the panel that every new technology faces early hurdles, and asked what RGB’s main challenges are and how they might become opportunities.
Bibo highlighted developer adoption:
“BiHelix is working to simplify RGB so developers can focus on building apps, issuing assets, or creating systems on Bitcoin without getting lost in technical details. The challenge now is scaling adoption through more asset issuance, stronger Lightning integration, and better tools.”
Bangzhu stressed the importance of industry cooperation.
“RGB can’t go mainstream through one company alone. Exchanges, wallets, infrastructure teams, and developers all need to push together for it to become an industry standard.”
Nolan discussed wallet adoption.
“RGB still needs time to mature. Wallets must improve code and usability while addressing user concerns about difficulty and safety. With better education and design, adoption will accelerate much faster.”
The panel agreed: challenges exist, but with stronger tools, cooperation, and user education, they can become catalysts for RGB’s growth.
XT and BiHelix: Building the Future of Bitcoin’s Asset Economy
The discussion wrapped up with a clear sense of momentum. Four key takeaways stood out:
1. RGB expands Bitcoin’s role. What was once only digital gold can now become the base for asset issuance and smart contracts.
2. Bitcoin is the best home for high-value assets. Security and consensus make it the natural foundation.
3. Users will see opportunities first. From trading to liquidity to new standards, early adopters are positioned to benefit.
4. Challenges are also opportunities. Developer tools, industry cooperation, wallet usability, and exchange adoption are all areas where progress will drive value.
Laureen (@xinyifengX) concluded by pointing to what comes next:
“The AMA showed us that RGB is still early, but the foundations are in place. With XT and BiHelix leading the way, Bitcoin is evolving from a store of value to an asset economy. The next wave of stablecoins, RWAs, and NFTs could arrive sooner than many expect, and XT users will be among the first to participate.”
The partnership between XT and BiHelix signals a decisive step toward this new chapter. For users, the message is simple: the Bitcoin asset economy is starting, and the door is open.
FAQs on RGB, BiHelix, and Bitcoin Asset Issuance
Q1: What is RGB in Bitcoin?
RGB is a client-side smart contract and asset protocol on Bitcoin, enabling secure, scalable issuance of assets like stablecoins and RWAs without bloating the chain.
Q2: How does the Lightning Network power RGB asset transfers?
Lightning moves RGB assets quickly and cheaply. BiHelix integrates RGB with Lightning, while XT provides the exchange gateway.
Q3: Why issue assets on Bitcoin instead of Ethereum or Solana?
Bitcoin’s proof-of-work security and global consensus give issued assets stronger trust and resilience than smaller chains.
Q4: What role does BiHelix play in the RGB ecosystem?
BiHelix builds the core infrastructure: dev tools, an RGB marketplace, and Lightning integration for developers and users.
Q5: What advantages does XT bring as the first exchange to support RGB?
XT offers early access to Bitcoin-native assets, liquidity, and education through its partnership with BiHelix.
Q6: What opportunities will users see first with RGB assets?
Early XT users get RGB token listings, trading pairs, and wallet support via BitPocket for transfers and stablecoin use.
Q7: What are the biggest challenges facing RGB adoption?
Tooling, wallet UX, and education. BiHelix, XT, and partners are tackling these with better infrastructure, liquidity, and training.
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