The Yala Protocol introduces a novel framework for unlocking Bitcoin’s asset programmability, focusing on developing comprehensive DeFi infrastructure within the Bitcoin ecosystem. It addresses fundamental challenges including Bitcoin’s limited scripting capabilities and scalability constraints. Yala’s modular architecture encompasses application, consensus, data availability, execution, and settlement layers, enabling sophisticated financial transactions while preserving Bitcoin’s security model. The protocol integrates over-collateralized BTC-backed liquidity asset mechanisms and atomic swaps for seamless cross-chain interoperability, transforming Bitcoin from a simple store of value into a foundation for complex financial applications and yield-generating opportunities.