Stacks Updates

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

Join today’s SIP Community call at 11 am EST! 📅 An open space to share your ideas to help shape the future of the Stacks ecosystem. 💡 Set a reminder, don’t miss out, and share your opinions ⬇️ https://x.com/i/spaces/1nAJEpBzjgbGL/peek

What are the latest news on Stacks? •Nakamoto upgrade is live, paving the way for the upcoming sBTC launch • STX Tools V5 rolled out, delivering advanced analytics features to the Stacks community • Asymmetric, a top Web3 security firm, joins as a new signer

Voting for the SIP-028 is now live! 🔥 This proposal sets the criteria and selection process for sBTC Signers which are crucial for ensuring the security and efficiency of the sBTC system. 🗳 Cast your vote before the deadline on Nov 11: https://stx.eco/

With the Nakamoto upgrade live, sBTC is just around the corner. 🚀 SIP-028, which outlines the criteria and selection process for sBTC Signers, will be open for voting from Oct 30 - Nov 11. Here’s what you need to know about the SIP and how you can vote. https://stacks.org/sip028-vote-overview

The Nakamoto Upgrade is Live! 🟧 We’ve just entered a new era for Bitcoin. The stage is set for sBTC, and we know wherever Satoshi is right now, they're proud of the builders bringing innovation back to Bitcoin. Bitcoin Finality & Fast Blocks. Check out the article to find out what's next. 👇

Asymmetric, a leading security firm protecting the industry's top protocols, is joining the Stacks network As one of the 30+ Signers, they'll help strengthen sBTC security and boost the network’s resilience.

This Friday, there will be two back-to-back SIP calls! 1) Join the SIP-028 interview with Andre Serrano hosted by DeOrganized at 10 AM ET about sBTC Signer Criteria. 2) Take part in the usual Stacks improvement call at 11 AM ET: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1YpJklddMPAxj Want to learn more about SIP-028? Check it here: https://github.com/stacksgov/sips/pull/186

The EasyA Bitcoin Builders Hackathon is coming to Harvard University on November 9-10! 📅 This is your chance to start building on Bitcoin and tap into a $1T+ market with Stacks. Don't miss out—apply now! 🚀 https://bitcoinbuilders.io/hackathon

What are the latest developments on Stacks? • The Nakamoto upgrade will go live at Bitcoin block #867,867 (Oct 29/30) • HermeticaFi announced their $1.7M seed round to keep building USDh stablecoin • Thousands attended the Virtual Bitcoin developer event "BTC Bash"

Stacking not only secures the Stacks network but also earns you BTC yield. In Cycle 93, nearly 47 BTC were distributed to STX Stackers, marking a new all-time high for BTC rewards! Interested in learning more about Stacking? Check the link below. ⬇️ https://www.stacks.co/learn/stacking

September has been a significant month for Stacks, as highlighted by Signal21: • TVL in STX increased by ~6.5%, meaning new capital inflows into DeFi • Active users rose by 9.41% MoM • Contracts deployed surged by 74% MoM • NFT event transactions skyrocketed by 608%