USDC is now available on Bitcoin through integration with Starknet technology. Users can access this functionality through two main platforms: - Xverse App wallet - DotSwap exchange This development follows Xverse's March 2023 launch of cross-chain swaps between Bitcoin and Starknet, marking a significant step in Bitcoin's DeFi expansion. The integration enables: - Direct Bitcoin-to-Starknet transfers - Seamless USDC transactions on Bitcoin - Enhanced DeFi capabilities *This launch represents another milestone in bringing mainstream DeFi functionality to Bitcoin's ecosystem.* Try it now at [Xverse Wallet](https://wallet.xverse.app/swaps)

Ethereum Foundation & StarkWare Leaders to Discuss Scaling and DeFi

A significant Twitter Space discussion is scheduled for Thursday at 1PM UTC featuring two blockchain industry leaders: - **Tomasz Stanczak** from Ethereum Foundation - **Eli Ben-Sasson** from StarkWare Key topics include: - Ethereum's scaling roadmap - Bitcoin's role in DeFi - Starknet's dual-settlement vision [Set reminder for the Space](https://x.com/i/spaces/1vAxRDVmwdvGl)

StarkWare Launches S-two: World's Fastest Prover with 100x Speed Increase

Key updates from Starknet ecosystem: - **S-two Prover Launch**: StarkWare's new prover is ~100x faster than current version, enabling cheaper & faster STARK proofs and client-side proving - **Asset Runes Integration**: Bitcoin-native assets now bridgeable to Starknet, offering 1:1 exposure to Ethereum tokens without leaving Bitcoin - **Performance Milestone**: Karnot achieved 7,000 TPS settled on Ethereum - **New Protocols**: - Curvy: Privacy-focused protocol - Stormbit: Lending protocol with 99% LTV, no liquidation - **Payment Solutions**: - Argent Lite card launched with 0.5% cashback - Cavos developing virtual card Learn more: [Starknet Roundup #172](https://starknetresearch.substack.com/p/starknet-roundup-172)

Asset Runes Enable Native Bitcoin Stablecoin Trading

Asset Runes technology is enabling direct stablecoin trading on Bitcoin for the first time, eliminating the need for cross-chain bridges or wrapped tokens. The development is being implemented through @dot_swap's platform. - Trading is powered by an onchain orderbook - Features Full Mempool Protection - Currently in beta phase - Supports BTC to Rune swaps - Rune to BTC swaps being gradually implemented This marks a significant step toward native Bitcoin DeFi functionality without requiring users to leave the Bitcoin network.