Stacks Updates

There are only 4 days left to apply for the Stacks DeGrants program. You can tap into a $50K pool funding work in DeFi, NFTs, and any project moving Stacks forward. Find all the necessary info here: https://degrants.xyz

Accelerating new protocol deployment starts with onboarding new developers. @easya_app hackathons are playing an important role in introducing new builders. The last event introduced exciting projects like secure key management systems and tokenization apps. Learn more about it here: https://stacks.org/conensus-easya-hackathon

Join today's SIP call at 6 PM CEST. 📅 This AMA is focused on the Addendum SIP describing the impact of Fast Blocks on the Clarity function. With the Stacks Nakamoto upgrade getting closer, it's the perfect opportunity to learn more about it: https://x.com/i/spaces/1rmxPMMvEmqKN

Congrats to Bitflow Finance on rapidly becoming a DEX with outstanding UX and competitive rates! Now offering multiple trading routes from Alex, Arkadiko, and Velar on their platform. By aggregating all Stacks DEXs in one place, users can enjoy the best rates with just one click.

Earn rewards from a pool of $20,000 each month by contributing code to Stacks! 💰 With the "Code for STX" initiative, builders are incentivized to bring forward the leading Bitcoin L2. Make sure to submit your work here: https://stacks.org/code-for-stx

The Stacks ecosystem activity is still high. According to Signal21, active accounts in June could reach an ATH. Moreover, DeFi TVL in STX has been growing fast in the last 6 months. And with sBTC coming in a few months, new users will join as BTC liquidity is unlocked.

Join the Bitcoin Builders Conference in Nashville on July 25-26! Many Stacks ecosystem teams, leading builders, and investors will be there. Sessions will include everything related to Bitcoin from L2s and DeFi to mining and Ordinals. Register now: https://bitcoinbuilders.io/

What has been happening on Stacks recently? • Bitflow Finance enabled stSTX multi-hop swap • Muneeb interview about Stacks with Grayscale • ALEXreopens recovered pools for trading • The Stacks app showcase live stream took place

Don't miss out on this Friday, 14th June, SIP call at 6 PM CEST. 📅 The AMA will be focused on Q&A, feedback, and continued discussion on existing SIP ideas. Great opportunity to keep up with the latest news and what is coming on Stacks. https://x.com/i/spaces/1BRJjPZAvgpKw/peek

Building on Bitcoin is a unique opportunity, as $1T+ of Bitcoin liquidity can be unlocked. 🔓 On top of that, there are $20,000 up for grabs monthly for committing code on @Stacks! 🏆 Code on the leading Bitcoin L2 and earn for your contributions.🔥 https://stacks.org/code-for-stx

With the Stacks Nakamoto upgrade, Signers will be crucial in securing the network. Enterprise-grade validators with a proven track record (e.g. Kiln Finance & Restake) have been onboarded as Signers. Make sure to read why they are supporting the leading Bitcoin L2.👇 1)How Stacks is propelling the Bitcoin Renaissance by Restake: https://medium.com/@restake/stacks-is-propelling-the-bitcoin-renaissance-bcaf0c80f090 2)Kiln X Stacks integration: https://www.kiln.fi/post/kiln-joins-bitcoin-scaling-solution-stackss-signer-network

Don't miss the Bitcoin Builders Conference in Nashville, July 25-26. Builders and investors will discuss Bitcoin L2s adoption, DeFi growth, Ordinals, and more. As the leading Bitcoin L2, the Stacks ecosystem will be there. Register now here: https://bitcoinbuilders.io

Stacks DeFi ecosystem is heating up: • Zest Protocol reaches 6k users and now accepts DIKO as collateral • Stacks sets an ATH in STX-denominated TVL • Velar will allocate rewards for the top TVL pools • Bitflow Finance monthly transaction volume up 58%

Are you looking for funding for your @Stacks project?🤔 Submit your application on DeGrants website until June 28. 📅 If selected, you'll receive the support needed to ship your project. 🔥 It's your opportunity to contribute even more to Stacks. https://degrants.xyz/

Don't miss out on today's SIP call at 6 PM CEST. 📅 The core topic will be about simplifying Signer signature aggregation. If you are a Signer or interested in signature aggregation, this is the space for you. https://x.com/i/spaces/1RDxllgbyqmxL

Only 2 days remaining to apply for the Critical Bounties from the Stacks Foundation! If you're dedicated to infra development, tools, research, and initiatives to accelerate Stacks growth, this opportunity is for you. Don’t miss out—apply now: https://stacks.org/critical-bounties#browsecbs

The Nakamoto Activation is getting closer! Core developers have spent more time on Signer and Miner resiliency-related work. Here are a few exciting updates about their recent progress. 🧵 ⬇️ https://x.com/StacksOrg/status/1798095329293668398

Hundreds joined the EasyA hackathon at Consensus2024, organized by CoinDesk Various teams started building new Stacks apps like: • Clarity static analysis tool • Crowdfunding protocol • Tokenization platform Exciting to see more devs exploring Stacks!

Discover insights about @Stacks from teams behind DeFi protocols, wallet providers, and more? 🤩 📅Join the next Building on Bitcoin virtual event on June 13. Don't miss what's next for Stacks growth and dApps: https://lu.ma/tk4yemj9

A new all-time high transaction volume of over 900M+ STX was reached on Stacks! 📈 Once again, Signal21 metrics highlight the increasing interest and adoption of Stacks. With more builders and users joining the ecosystem, these metrics are poised for further growth.💪