According to @paoloardoino, the RGB protocol is now live, introducing a new layer-2 solution on the Bitcoin (BTC) network. This launch enables the issuance and management of digital assets directly on Bitcoin, offering traders new opportunities for tokenized assets and increased network activity. The RGB protocol is expected to enhance Bitcoin's scalability and utility, potentially driving higher trading volumes and liquidity for BTC and related tokens as adoption grows (source: @paoloardoino).