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!

The Bitcoin network is evolving on various fronts: • Scalability thanks to L2s • Institutional adoption via ETFs • Tech innovation through DeFi and Web3 apps These developments will help Bitcoin reinforce its position as a leading digital asses

BTC has been perceived solely as a SoV for a long time But L2s are changing this narrative by expanding Bitcoin capabilities Bitcoin can emerge as a core infrastructure of the Web3 apps ecosystem It's Bitcoin L2s responsability to make this change a reality

Lots of people are feeling the #Nakamojo ✨ The Nakamoto upgrade for @Stacks is just around the corner, but what does it mean? Join Stacks in their recent deep dive as they look at what 100% #Bitcoin finality and what Nakamoto promises:

Excitement around Bitcoin L2 Stacks is increasing in anticipation of the Nakamoto release 🧡 🟧 Thesis driven hedge fund @NorthRockLP on the upcoming months for Stacks

📢 Milestone Update: #BitcoinOracle API Now Available We're happy to share the release of the Bitcoin Oracle API, enabling dApps and wallets to access oracle data efficiently. 🎉 Builders, access consensus data directly. Explore our "on-demand" data model here:…

A Bitcoin builders renaissance, it's happening 🧡 🟧 @HermeticaFi Founder @jakob_btc shares his excitement about the future for Bitcoin builders. Hear from Jakob at the next virtual Bitcoin Builders event, February 15 👇

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Tomorrow it's time for episode 2 of the Stacks DeFi show, 10am ET ✨ Before then, what can you actually do in @Stacks DeFi today? 🧵

The DeFi community has never been this strong on Stacks 🧡 Get to know the Stacks community. Join Co-hosts @TychoOnnasch @philiphacks @ALEXLabBTC together with @Welsh_Community 's own @lordrozar & @LeoCoinSTX Set a reminder 👇

🌟Announcing LISA: A New Dimension in #LiquidStacking on @Stacks 🌟 Welcome to the future of #Bitcoin DeFi with LISA, an innovative Liquid Stacking protocol. This cutting-edge collaboration between @Ryder_ID , @TheFastPool , @xverseApp , and ALEX unites top stacking pools,…

@muneeb created a $2.3 BILLION Bitcoin L2 with @Stacks . And his founder's story is fascinating. • Born in Pakistan, left to study Computer Science • Received PhD from Princeton University • Co-created @Stacks , a Bitcoin layer that enables decentralized apps and smart…

The Resurgence of Bitcoin and "DeFi Summer 2.0" 🟧 ⭐ @veradittakit 's prediction for 2024 of DeFi summer 2.0 partially based on the rise of Bitcoin layers.

Bitcoin L2 miners have spent 3,280 BTC to secure @Stacks L2 so far. I expect such L2 security spend to be imp economic activity for BTC at L1. 470 BTC has been burned so far. I think there is room for R&D that replaces burn part with something useful (like sBTC wallet fees).

Decentralized Bitcoin that you can use in smart contracts 🧡 ⭐ @ALEXLabBTC Founder @RuleBasedInvest speaks on sBTC Chiente will speak during the next Building on Bitcoin event. Register for free down below 👇 (1/2)

Latest @stacks Snack: With sOrdinals, STX20, and stSTX, new ideas on the L2 keep breaking boundaries via @Rick_Sebastiaan

Swap SIP10 tokens directly in Leather 🔁 Powered by @ALEXLabBTC , swaps can be completed directly in Leather in as little as 5 clicks ⚡ Swap between tokens such as WELSH, ALEX, DIKO, and more! *Leather has no affiliation with any token. DYOR 🖤

Which protocol on a Bitcoin L2 excites you the most for 2024? 👇👀

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Onepager: @Stacks 🔹 $STX brings decentralized applications and smart contracts to the Bitcoin network, extending the functionality of Bitcoin beyond just being a digital currency. 🔸Multiple projects are building on @Stacks (e.g. @ALEXLabBTC , @ArkadikoFinance , @trygamma )

The Stacks builders community keeps delivering 🧡 Great milestones by @ALEXLabBTC & @StackingDao . Check out last weeks Stacks highlights down below 👇

The DeFi Degen's Playbook for Stacks $STX: Top protocols on Stacks and upcoming catalysts for growth. ---- ✦ Consider these actions: • @xverseApp : My go to wallet. • @bns_community : Bitcoin Name Service. Register your .btc or .stx name to join the community. •…

A Bitcoin L2 secured by 100% of Bitcoin's finality 🟧

🌟Stacks #Nakamoto Upgrade will enable: 1⃣ Faster transactions: 5 seconds 2⃣ Transaction stability & reliability 3⃣ MEV mitigation, higher PoX #Bitcoin yield % for users 4⃣ Enhanced security via 2 Bitcoin blocks finality guarantee 5⃣ Stackers to be network validator Details🧵👇

🧩 Do you think sBTC could be the missing piece of #Bitcoin DeFi? We're inclined to agree. Join our founder @jakob_btc as he talks BTC DeFi in the @Stacks Bitcoin Builders Breakdown:

New: The Stacks DeFi Show 🟧 ⭐️ ATH Stacks apps in TVL ⭐️$12M TVL Stacking DAO ⭐️$2M TVL Bitflow Tune in Wednesday w/ hosts @TychoOnnasch from @ZestProtocol , @philiphacks from @ArkadikoFinance & @StackingDao , & guest @StacksDeveloper from Bitflow 👇

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🌊Riding the Wave of Enthusiasm: #STX20 Meets #BitcoinOracle for Community-Driven Trading Hallo STX20 Enthusiasts, Reflecting the incredible enthusiasm you've shown, we're excited to share a significant update: STX20's leading indexers, @stx20stacks and @SatScreener , are now…

Join tomorrow's Stacks Community SIP Space at 12 PM ET 📅 📢 @AcrossFireX and @Akva556 will go over the STX20 standard and the impact it has on Stacks Explore in detail the realm of STX20 inscription and how they can evolve over time

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A non custodial solution with fast transaction times 🟧 ⭐ @Bitflow_Finance Founder @StacksDeveloper on why he is exciting for Stacks + sBTC & the Nakamoto Release