🚀 First PropAMM Launches on Starknet

**strkBTC is launching a three-phase bridge architecture** designed to progressively eliminate trust requirements for Bitcoin transfers to Starknet. **Key Features:** - Each phase systematically removes a layer of trust from the bridging process - The final phase aims to make fraudulent transactions mathematically impossible - Users can bridge native BTC into strkBTC through three routes: [strkbtc.io](http://strkbtc.io) (built by StarkWare, powered by Atomiq Labs), Atomiq Labs, and Gardenfi - All three routes lead to the same asset on Starknet **The Approach:** The phased rollout represents a methodical path toward a fully trustless bridge, where security is enforced through mathematical proofs rather than trusted intermediaries. This architecture addresses one of crypto's persistent challenges: creating secure cross-chain bridges without relying on centralized validators or multisig setups.

**Multiple pathways now available for bringing Bitcoin to Starknet** Users can now bridge native BTC to Starknet as strkBTC through three different routes: - [strkbtc.io](http://strkbtc.io) - built by StarkWare and powered by Atomiq - [Atomiq Labs](https://atomiqlabs.com) - direct native BTC bridging - [Garden Finance](https://gardenfi.com) - cross-chain BTC and WBTC swaps All three routes lead to the same strkBTC asset on Starknet, giving users flexibility in how they bring their Bitcoin onchain. Once bridged, strkBTC can be shielded for privacy or used across Starknet DeFi applications. The multi-route approach provides redundancy and choice for Bitcoin holders looking to access Starknet's privacy features and DeFi ecosystem.

**Stark Lens** has launched as a blockchain visualization platform for Starknet, similar to Bubblemaps on other networks. The tool enables users to: - Visualize token holder activity across the network - Trace connections between wallets - Track token supply movements throughout the ecosystem All data is sourced directly from onchain activity. The platform is designed for traders and analysts working within the Starknet ecosystem. [Access Stark Lens](https://starklens.aegisanalytics.xyz/)

At Bitcoin 2026, a new privacy solution for Bitcoin was demonstrated on stage. **strkBTC** enables Bitcoin holders to conduct private transactions on Starknet through a privacy pool system. **How it works:** - Users bridge their BTC into the Starknet network - Balances and transfers become shielded within the privacy pool - Bitcoin remains fully redeemable back to native BTC at any time - External observers only see bridge deposits and withdrawals - Internal transaction activity stays private The solution gives Bitcoin users optional privacy without sacrificing the ability to return to native BTC. Users maintain control over when to enter and exit the privacy layer.