WBTC is a DeFi-compatible version of Bitcoin backed by BTC reserves held with a licensed custodian (BitGo).
WBTC is a mid-cap, fully collateralized asset. This asset depends on a centralized entity for custody services. This asset is exposed to the underlying risks of Linea bridge, a protocol rated as Good.
Linea bridge
WBTC has a fixed supply. WBTC is a DeFi-compatible version of Bitcoin. It is backed 1:1 by BTC custodied by BitGo. WBTC on Linea is backed 1:1 by WBTC locked on the Ethereum chain in the Linea bridge protocol.