What's happening in the Stacks ecosystem? • Stacks ranked #3 among all chains for stablecoin market cap growth, surging by 437% in Q1 • Zest enabled a low borrowing cap of 10 sbtc to observe market dynamics • Bitfinex, the leading digital asset trading platform, lists STX

sBTC adoption is accelerating quickly according to Signal21. sBTC holders keep growing, and new caps will expand circulation —cementing Stacks as a leading Bitcoin layer for BTC supply. The $1T BTC liquidity unlock is underway.

Whether you're just starting or an experienced builder on Stacks, there's a program for you: Learn: LearnWeb3, EasyA, Stacks Primer Build: Code for STX, Stacks Ascent Scale: BuidlBattle, BitcoinFrontier Fund, BitcoinFi Accelerator Never been a better moment to build on Bitcoin.

Stacks continues to grow and assert itself as the leading Bitcoin L2. • #3 Bitcoin layer by BTC supply, with more caps on the way • Bitcoin DeFi is expanding, with rising sBTC yield opportunities • Growing institutional adoption — e.g., Coinbase 50 index, Grayscale trust

The Build Battle brought in some top-tier Stacks projects. From Bitcoin-native prediction markets to protocols enabling sBTC gas fees and Stacks scaling solutions. Now’s the time for these builders to apply to the Stacks Ascent program and turn their ideas into real startups. Explore the program and apply here -> https://t.co/uEFmChgOq7

Set a reminder for the next SIP × AI community call this Friday, Feb 28, at 11 AM ET. 📆 Mixing together SIP experts & AI builders is the perfect way to accelerate and improve UI/UX prototyping. Don’t miss out ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1yoKModajWwJQ

The SIP × AI community calls are a hit! Another one is happening this Friday, Feb 28, at 11 AM ET. 📆 Bringing SIP experts & AI builders together is speeding up UI/UX prototyping—don’t miss out! ⏰ Set a reminder now: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1ZkJzYwAgaNGv

The latest SIP × AI community call is taking place today at 11 AM ET. Combining AI builders and SIP domain experts is the perfect way to accelerate UI/UX prototyping. Set a reminder so you don’t miss it! https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1PlKQMWPXlaKE

What's happening in the Stacks ecosystem? • Xverse enabled tokens swap from other chains to Stacks, making the onboarding process even smoother • Bitflow AMM onboarding Runes lovers and liquidity on Stacks • sBTC second cap going live on Feb 25

With the Nakamoto upgrade live, sBTC rolling out, and ongoing efforts to make sBTC the go-to asset for Bitcoin DeFi, it's time to look beyond the horizon. As a decentralized ecosystem, community involvement is key to shaping the chain’s future. Let’s work together to activate the Bitcoin economy. Want to give your input on the future Stacks roadmap? Share your roadmap ideas on the forum! ⬇️ https://forum.stacks.org/t/stacks-roadmap-and-product-vision-update/17852

The ETHDenver conference runs from Feb 23 - March 2, and the Stacks ecosystem will be there! It’s a great chance to introduce new users, builders, and investors to Stacks while growing awareness of the ecosystem. If you're attending, be sure to register ⬇️ Take a look at the Stacks ecosystem-related events taking place at ETH Denver. https://lu.ma/stacksevents

The SIP × AI community call is taking place today at 11 AM ET. 📆 This format helps accelerate UI/UX prototyping by connecting SIP experts with AI builders. Going live in a few hours—don’t miss it! ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1jMKgkggPlkKL

Stacks ecosystem has been working hard to place to strengthen its position: • Built in the U.S. and growing fast • Grayscale launched the STX Trust • STX is the only Bitcoin L2 token in the Coinbase 50 Index • SEC cooperation brought a 3+ year investigation to a conclusion

Onboarding builders, community leaders, and developers matters more than ever. Ecosystem growth wouldn’t be possible without the community's grassroots efforts. Here are established and ongoing activities helping to achieve this. 🧵 ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7292263088119046144

PushChain is building with Stacks to enhance the accessibility of Bitcoin applications. What does this mean for builders & users? Apps on Stacks and Push Chain can accept transactions from any wallet on any chain—unlocking seamless cross-chain interactions.

A new course is live on LearnWeb3 to help developers learn how to build apps on Stacks! With sBTC live, this is the perfect moment to start building Bitcoin-focused protocols. In this course, you'll build three full-stack projects from start to finish. Reminder: • 25K in sBTC bounties to devs completing the Stacks LW3 course • Bitcoin Frontier Fund has committed to investing in Stacks startups building with sBTC Check out the course here ⬇️ https://learnweb3.io/degrees/stacks-developer-degree/build-full-stack-apps-on-stacks/

EasyA brought 100,000 builders to start exploring Clarity, and their hackathon at Harvard brought new prototypes. In 2024, Accelerators like BitcoinFi and Bitcoin Frontier Front looked for new Stacks startups. The goal is to help new builders move to the next growth stage.

Several efforts across the Stacks ecosystem are positioning sBTC as a leading Bitcoin institutional asset. With leading Web3 companies backing and integrating Stacks, sBTC is becoming more accessible than ever. Here are some key achievements to highlight. 🧵⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stacks-stx_sbtc-as-a-leading-bitcoin-institutional-asset-activity-7289681066053816322-ZjSc?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

What has been happening on the Stacks DeFi ecosystem lately? • Stacking DAO launched stSTXbtc, a liquid stacking token streaming sBTC yield to holders' wallets • Hermetica completed a deal to bring around $3 million in liquidity to the stablecoin • Bitflow is rolling out a DCA feature for tokens such as Runes, STX, sBTC, and more.

sBTC is now live, facilitating the unlock of around $2Tn in Bitcoin liquidity into apps and DeFi. Partnerships are being made to pave the way for sBTC adoption and unlock new use cases. Here are a few examples of sBTC adoption to watch for. 🧵⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stacks-stx_partnerships-paving-the-way-for-sbtc-adoption-activity-7287136838476029952-abUl?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

Don't miss the SIP Weekly Call today at 11 PM ET! 📆 Get the latest updates on the SIP landscape and dive into what’s coming next for Stacks. 🔥 Set a reminder now to join the Community innovation call. ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1djGXrNpQkXxZ

In 2024, Stacks ecosystem startups like Hermetica and Bitflow secured millions in funding to advance development on Stacks. This year, the focus is on welcoming more innovative apps to the ecosystem and further growing the Bitcoin economy

What has been happening on the Stacks DeFi ecosystem lately? • Arkadiko Finance launched sBTC vaults to mint USDA • Bitflow & ALEX DEXs have enabled Native BTC - STX swaps • Granite protocol will soon launch for the first tester cohort

The Stacks ecosystem has seen a great rise in developer activity last year. It has been ranked the 7 fastest-growing crypto developer community according to Electric Capital. Here's a glimpse into the fruitful efforts happening in 2025. 🧵 ⬇️ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stacks-stx_the-growing-developer-community-on-stacks-activity-7284607651940851713-MhAf?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

With sBTC reaching its cap in just 3 days, it's clear that both retail and institutional investors are eager to put their BTC to work. The next sBTC cap will open the door for even more users to participate in the growing Bitcoin economy.

Kiln, Figment, and other enterprise-grade Signers lead the market in locked staking capital, setting the standard for institutional excellence. Ongoing efforts across the ecosystem are focused on further decentralizing Signers to strengthen the resilience of Stacks.

StackingDAO is now the largest DeFi protocol on Stacks, but it was kickstarted with a Critical Bounty. Bounties help start new ideas and give builders the support needed to create what the ecosystem needs. Which DeFi apps are currently missing that should receive a bounty?

Want to showcase your Stacks protocol in front of more VCs? Buidl Battle—the largest Bitcoin builders' startup hackathon ever—will feature Bitcoin-focused VCs and accelerators. Happening Feb 26-27, this event is your chance to accelerate your building journey. Register to the BuidlBattle ➡️ https://buidlbattle.com

Stacks was ranked among the 10 fastest-growing dev ecosystems by Electric Capital in 2024. In 2025, the aim is to accelerate this trend with: • The Buidl Battle Bitcoin builders tournament • LearnWeb3 sBTC courses & bounties • Bitcoin accelerators backing sBTC startups

What's happening in the Stacks ecosystem? • Travala the number 1 crypto travel booking portal, integrates sBTC • The upcoming Bitcoin lending protocol Granite has opened a early access whitelist • Leather mobile is almost here, and they started a waitlist

What's new in the Stacks DeFi ecosystem since sBTC launch? • Zest Protocol allows sBTC deposits, enabling to earn yield on sBTC capital and borrow other assets against it • Velar, ALEX & Bitflow DEXs have launched sBTC-STX trading pools

The last month has been huge for Stacks development: • sBTC launch: 1000 sBTC minted in 3 days and flowing into DeFi to unlock Bitcoin yield • Nakamoto upgrade live: Improved security with 100% Bitcoin finality and faster block times The time to build on Bitcoin is now.

Nearly 930 sBTC Deployed 🟧 We're closing in on the initial 1,000 BTC cap with already ≈930 BTC moved over to the leading Bitcoin L2, 72 hours after launch. ⭐️ DeFi Llama Lists sBTC. (link) ⭐️ Leather Wallet introduces Leather Earn, a new interface for sBTC Rewards. ⭐️ Leather also sponsors sBTC transactions, no STX needed to move your BTC to the L2. (link) ⭐️ Stacks AI Agent swaps L2 asset (STX) for L1 asset ($DOG) via Bitflow. (link)

Enhancing resilience and decentralization in the Stacks ecosystem is a top priority. As the leader in Bitcoin-secured physical infrastructure, Ankr's addition to the Signer network will strengthen Stacks connection with Bitcoin mainnet.

Institutional adoption is crucial for scaling the Bitcoin economy That's why the Stacks Foundation is collaborating with Fordefi—trusted by 100+ companies and records $8B+ in monthly transactions By now supporting sBTC & SIP10 assets, institutions can seamlessly tap into Bitcoin DeFi on Stacks

sBTC is live on Stacks Mainnet 🟧 The first step towards a decentralized, on-chain Bitcoin economy has begun. sBTC unlocks access to Bitcoin DeFi while maintaining Bitcoin’s core principles: trust, security, & transparency. Learn how to earn up to ~5% annual BTC rewards. https://bitcoinismore.org

Join today's SIP Community call at 11 am EST! 📆 This week, we'll have a general discussion on SIP proposals and processes. Set a reminder now, and see you in a few hours. ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1yNGagpZdwExj

With sBTC powering Bitcoin-backed apps, onboarding the next generation of Bitcoin builders is key. That’s why we’re partnering with LearnWeb3, the largest Web3 education platform, to launch a course on sBTC use cases. Plus, there’s a $25K sBTC bounty pool to reward builders

There are only a few days left to vote for the Stackies! Support your favorite teams, protocols, and ecosystem contributors in winning the 2024 Stacks Awards, to be announced on December 18th Take 2 minutes to give your input under each award: https://blocksurvey.io/stackie-awards-2024-T0GMnsjOROiZhvR8T62Q7A?v=o

Join the "SIP Reading Club" tomorrow at 11 AM EST! 📚 We’re breaking down SIP-029, line by line, to explore the revised STX emissions schedule and how it all works. Set a reminder and be part of the conversation. ⬇️ https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1mrGmMYjrPZGy

What’s new in the Stacks? • Core developers have release sBTC on primary testnet • CoinFlip, the #1 crypto ATM provider, is integrating sBTC into their ATM • Hermetica has enabled USDh lending and borrowing via Zest protocol

Besides deploying BTC into dApps and DeFi, the Stacks ecosystem also focuses on real-world use cases. That's why the second Best & Brightest partner is CoinFlip, the #1 crypto ATM provider. They will integrate sBTC into their ATMs, making Bitcoin more accessible.

Security has always been a top priority for Stacks, in line with the Bitcoin ethos. That's why we're proud that Immunefi is our first Best & Brightest partner, starting with: • 2 Stacks Attackathons, each with up to $250K and STX rewards • Add support for sBTC to the Stacks bounty programs

Join tomorrow's SIP Community call at 11 am EST! 📅 Discussion topics include the live SIP-029 (proposed revisions to the STX emissions schedule) and ideas for improving the SIP process. Set a reminder now and don’t miss out on learning more about SIPs. https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDGLlXwamRGm

Join Friday's SIP Community call at 11 am EST! 📅 Bring your ideas and share them in the AMA to help shape the future of Stacks. Set your reminder and get ready to dive in.👇 https://x.com/i/spaces/1YqGovalDzjKv

Hundreds of developers joined the Stacks Hackathon at Harvard University! With EasyA educating devs about building on Bitcoin & opportunities on Stacks, the hackathon is just the start. There’s never been a better time to start building dApps and DeFi on Bitcoin.

The Stacks ecosystem continues its steady growth year over year. On-chain data from Signal21 shows a clear rise in STX holders. With DeFi pillars emerging and sBTC launching soon, there are more reasons than ever to get involved

Join Friday's SIP Community call at 11 am EST! 📅 Time to discuss all votes going on in the ecosystem like SIP-028, SIP-029 & Proof-Of-Work retroactive funding Set a reminder to stay up to date with Stacks "Voting season"⬇️ https://x.com/i/spaces/1MnGnDmQMAVxO

Only 5 days left to vote on @Stacks SIP-028! ⏳ Your vote helps shape the criteria and selection process for sBTC Signers. Don’t miss this chance to make your voice heard. Cast your vote for SIP-028 here: http://stx.eco

Just days away from the Bitcoin Builders Hackathon at Harvard, hosted by EasyA! 🔥 It's an opportunity to learn how to build solutions for the Bitcoin $1T market. Make sure to apply now, as the event takes place on November 9-10.⏳ https://bitcoinbuilders.io/hackathon