Bitcoin is the largest cryptocurrency in the world. Now it's time to develop a strong DeFi, NFT, and app ecosystem on top of it. With the Nakamoto upgrade and sBTC, Stacks is making its top priority to help Bitcoin unlock its potential.

Another exciting week for the Stacks ecosystem: • Instantiation block for the Nakamoto Rollout announced • Arkadiko Finance reports a 170% TVL growth • Stacking DAO announced a fresh rebrand Subscribe to StacksSnacks weekly newsletter to keep up with ecosystem news 👇

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According to Signal21, the Stacks network witnessed a 74% TVL growth in Q1 of 2024. It showcases the increased interest in Stacks DeFi. Recent protocol launches, increased trading activity and upcoming apps will drive more users to the ecosystem.

The Nakamoto upgrade instantiation will occur approximately on April 16. It will mark a new chapter for the Stacks ecosystem. Faster transaction times and Bitcoin finality will be achieved. Then, the focus will be on sBTC, which will unlock the Bitcoin economy.

The Stacks ecosystem offers exciting news every week: • ALEX closed a $10M funding round led by The Spartan Group • Stacking DAO announced V2 to bootstrap a Signer network • STXTools V3 is live with new tokens, data, and more Don't miss out on what is happening on Stacks by receiving weekly updates with the StacksSnacks newsletter.

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The Bitcoin halving and Nakamoto upgrade are just around the corner. 🟧 Mark your calendar for the Building on Bitcoin virtual event on April 25. 📅 Join Bitcoin leaders as they unpack these significant milestones and what lies ahead for the ecosystem.

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Is interest regarding Bitcoin L2s truly picking up? Signal21 charts clearly show Stacks growth in terms of network activity and active participants. It will become even more interesting as the Nakamoto upgrade, and sBTC activates the Bitcoin economy.

The public Nakamoto Testnet is live, but do you know what it means? 📅 Join the SIP call this Friday at 5 PM CET. The AMA will cover the Nakamoto Testnet and offer guidance on how to get involved.🎙

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The public Nakamoto Testnet is live! 🎉 Great opportunity for Signers, Stackers, & Builders to get familiar with how the network will look like. 📖 Check out the Nakamoto rollout overview and find all testnet resources here:

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One of the big unlocks for the Bitcoin economy is DeFi. Stacks DeFi ecosystem has already around $300M in TVL, proving the demand for such services. sBTC launch is poised to attract more liquidity as use cases focused on BTC emerge.

Bitcoin is the most-known cryptocurrency worldwide. Yet, there is not much built on top of it. L2s are changing this by activating the Bitcoin economy. DeFi, NFTs, and more are being built on Bitcoin with the goal of unlocking BTC capital.

Since AasyA app integrated Stacks lessons, more than 70k devs have started learning about the ecosystem. Learning to deploy smart contracts to build DeFi apps on Stacks has never been simpler. The more people learn coding on Stacks, the more Bitcoin DeFi will thrive.

Many have kept their BTC holdings idle as no solutions were available to deploy them productively. 💤 sBTC will empower new Bitcoin-focused DeFi apps while enabling a top-notch usage experience. The time to activate the Bitcoin economy is now. ⏲

A week full of milestones for Stacks DeFi: • Arkadiko Finance 2.0 was released today • Velar AMM is now live with the first trading pairs • Stacking DAO and ALEX are the largest DeFi apps on any Bitcoin L2 The Stacks DeFi ecosystem is heating up!

The Stacks Nakamoto upgrade has been approved 🎉 Almost 100% of the STX holders voted in favor of the release. 💯 What are the next steps from here? 🤔 Expect the Nakamoto mainnet activation window between May 15-29. 📅 Read more about Nakamoto approval here:

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A lot is happening on Stacks, and keeping up with the ecosystem can be hard. Just this week, ALEX became the largest Bitcoin L2 DeFi app, and Bifrost network pledged to support sBTC. Subscribe to Stacks Snacks for weekly recaps and news

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L2s already represent a significant part of other chains' activity, showcasing their success as a scaling solution. Bitcoin is next in line to reap the benefits, with L2s opening doors to fresh use cases for the ecosystem.

Why L2s are a positive development for the Bitcoin ecosystem? By unlocking BTC capital, they enable to build a digital economy on top of Bitcoin. As programmability is enhanced, a new range of Bitcoin use cases will emerge.

sBTC is all about enabling Bitcoin-backed protocols. With the Bifrost Network collaboration, sBTC will be used as collateral across other DeFi apps. Read more about the integration here:

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After the Nakamoto upgrade, sBTC emerges as the next crucial release on Stacks. By facilitating Bitcoin-backed applications, sBTC will attract fresh builders to the ecosystem. They will focus on making BTC the go-to asset for DeFi and decentralized protocols.

Despite the various criticism about Bitcoin, it is stronger than ever. • BTC is increasingly recognised as a valuable asset • L2s are maturing and scaling the Bitcoin ecosystem Bitcoin may be seen as digital gold, yet it's also laying the foundation for a digital economy.

For a long time, many thought nothing could have been built on Bitcoin. The past year has seen a renaissance within the Bitcoin ecosystem. Layers 2, Ordinals, and other innovative infrastructure are emerging quickly. The digital economy on Bitcoin is becoming a reality.

Unlocking BTC capital is the next big step for the Bitcoin ecosystem. L2s like Stacks are set to play a key role in enabling Bitcoin-focused apps. With the upcoming sBTC release, expect: • Holders to productively deploy BTC • Developers to create new use cases for BTC

8 new Signers have been onboarded on Stacks. These include Blockdaemon, Luxor, Kiln, Near Foundation, DeSpread, Restake, Chorus One, and Alum Labs. They will play a key role in block production and Stacks decentralization once Nakamoto goes live. Read more about it here:

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Only a few days left to vote for the Nakamoto upgrade. This upgrade is key to unlock many benefits: • Faster blocks • Bitcoin finality • Introduce sBTC Don't miss your chance to shape the future of Stacks:

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The Nakamoto upgrade is paving the way for sBTC. sBTC will make Bitcoin a fully programmable asset and unlock its true potential. It will fuel the growth of a Bitcoin-baked DeFi ecosystem, creating new use cases for BTC holders.

The Ready Layer 2 hackathon is starting next week! It's an opportunity to build and pitch your Bitcoin product. Exclusive rewards can be earned from $15,000 pools to exclusive opportunities. Register now at:

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Stacks is moving towards activating the Bitcoin economy. Nakamoto fast block times & Bitcoin finality are key steps to reach this goal. Discover the new Nakamoto website for an in-depth look at the upgrade & explore the updated Stacks brand.👇👇 - Stacks Brand Refresh:

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The excitement around Bitcoin keeps rising. But what is even more interesting is how Bitcoin L2s are maturing. They enable the DeFi blocks to emerge and unlock new utilities for Bitcoin as an ecosystem. L2s are here to move Bitcoin forward!

According to Lunar Crush, Stacks has witnessed one of the largest increases in social activity. 🚀 With Bitcoin L2s gaining more adoption, Stacks' social interactions are up nearly 16,000%. 📈 People are realising the potential of L2s in scaling the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Why are L2s so important for the Bitcoin ecosystem? 🤔 They boost the demand and utility for BTC. L2s enable DeFi apps and faster transactions, encouraging more productive use of BTC holdings. 📈 To expand Bitcoin reach, it must evolve to attract new attention.

The Ready Layer 2 competition is just 2 weeks away! 🚀 Join the hackathon to showcase your Bitcoin product and compete for: • $15,000 prize pool • Features in Stacks social channels • Mentor assistance & accelerator interviews Register now at

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Both Alex Miller and Will Foxley agree that Community is the most important aspect of any product/service. Bitcoin L2s and DeFi are addressing a huge community demand for Bitcoin productive use cases. Next up is a deep dive into liquid stacking and Stacks technical sessions👇🧵

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According to Muneeb, L2s will be the main source of innovation for the Bitcoin ecosystem. They will enable applications with BTC as the asset. Follow the Building on Bitcoin panels live to learn about Bitcoin future.

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Why Bitcoin L2s are needed? Dovey Wan explains her vision on how L2s can help Bitcoin become the center of the global digital economy Join the next Building on Bitcoin panels in live:

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Starting Soon: Live Building on Bitcoin Virtual Event Join us live today, starting 10AM (ET). Developers are awakening to the possibilities of building on Bitcoin. The original blockchain is home to more than just boring old BTC; Layer 2s, DeFi apps, and more are making the Bitcoin economy click. Kickstarted in part by the rise of Ordinals and BRC-20s, bitcoiners of various stripes are now ensnared in a lively debate: What is Bitcoin for? 🟧 Full schedule available in description of the YouTube live stream. 🟧 Time: 10AM - 3PM (ET) Link to the live stream 👈

In case you missed it, Grayscale released their 2024 Bitcoin report. They recognize that Stacks stands out among L2s and pushes the Bitcoin ecosystem forward. Dive into Grayscale's analysis of Bitcoin's evolution:

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Over 1000 voters have already contributed to the Nakamoto voting process! 🎉 This release aims to achieve faster blocks, Bitcoin finality & more. The voting window will close in approximately 3 weeks. Don't miss out the opportunity to have your say:

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Stacks is all about powering the Bitcoin economy. Nakamoto will make the chain faster and inherit 100% of Bitcoin finality. sBTC will enable the deployment of BTC in DeFi and dApps, unlocking new use cases.

Building on Bitcoin is happening in less than a week⏳ Bitcoin is becoming more exciting thanks to L2s, Ordinals, and DeFi. It's time to explore what is in store for Bitcoin future development. 🧪 Register now for the virtual event:

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The Messari State of Stacks Q4 report is here! 📊 Highlights include: • STX’s growth outpaced the overall crypto market • DeFi TVL surged to $61M, with ongoing protocol developments • Average daily addresses and transactions are on the rise Check the whole Messari report here:

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Bitcoin is the most known digital asset in the world. Yet the application ecosystem on top of it is small. Therefore, many holders can't do much with their BTC. L2s are the opportunity to create Bitcoin-focused apps that address BTC holders' needs.

The Bitcoin L2 ecosystem is heating up. They are emerging to address the demand for new Bitcoin apps and use cases. Ultimately, the goal is to build a digital economy around BTC. Nakamoto and sBTC upgrades aim to get the ecosystem one step closer to this vision.

Another institution is dedicated to contributing to the decentralization and security of sBTC upon its launch. Luganodes will become an sBTC signer and Stacking node operator. Offering Stacking options for institutions will further strengthen the Stacks ecosystem.

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The Grants program provides funding for initiatives tackling crucial needs within Stacks More tools for community engagement, digital asset management, and beyond are in demand Here are the 6 projects chosen for the program pilot cohort 👇

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Here is a comprehensive twitter thread about the upcoming Nakamoto release with a collection of links to other relevant posts.

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Launch window announcement:

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The next step for the Bitcoin ecosystem is making BTC a fully programmable asset Stacks is leading the way with: • Nakamoto will enable fast transactions with 100% Bitcoin finality • sBTC will facilitate the usage of BTC in Web3 and DeFi apps

Some news from the Stacks Snacks blog: • Arkadiko Finance teases their 2.0 protocol version launch • OKX published their Bitcoin 2024 outlook report, featuring Stacks L2 • "The Opportunity for Stacks" by Andre Serrano was published on BowTiedBull newsletter Subscribe now for weekly updates on Stacks ecosystem:

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The next Building on Bitcoin virtual event is on February 22 📅 It's your chance to explore the innovation occurring on Bitcoin, from Ordinals and BRC-20s to L2s and DeFi Sign up to join conversations held by Bitcoin leaders and builders 👉

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This week, the Stacks ecosystem shared some important news: • Bitflow Finance raised $1.3M to build Bitcoin DeFi • Stacking DAO reached 10+ Million STX in TVL • N21 prep program to support Stacks startups launched:

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Stacks keeps growing!