Starknet's Bitcoin Integration Expands with New Features
Starknet's Bitcoin Integration Expands with New Features
🌟 Bitcoin's New Secret Weapon
Starknet continues to strengthen its position as Bitcoin's execution layer with several key developments:
- Cross-Chain Swaps: Users can swap BTC ↔ STRK across chains via Xverse, or BTC to wBTC via Atomiq with zero slippage
- DeFi Integration: wBTC now supported in DeFi Spring-incentivized vaults on Vesu and Nostra protocols
- Payment Solutions:
- STRK payments accepted at 15k+ Lightning Network vendors
- Integration with Nostr for creator tipping
- CashuBTC wallet funding directly from Starknet
Coming Soon:
- Bitcoin staking (Q3 2025)
- Runes & BTC-native asset trading
- Expanded Bitcoin-focused applications
The ecosystem continues to grow with ~150k new users onboarded in just 2 weeks through Focus Tree.
~150k users fully onboarded to Ethereum in just 2 weeks. You can do it too. Here’s the secret sauce (tldr: build on Starknet). bankless.com/read/focus-tre…
1/ This week in the pack 🧵 From infra to apps, here is your Starknet weekly recap.
1/ This week in the pack 🧵 From infra to apps, here is your Starknet weekly recap.
Build on Ethereum. Build on Bitcoin. Build on both, by building on Starknet.
Last week, the Starknet ecosystem once again proved why Starknet is the best stack on Ethereum for fully abstracting blockchain complexity. @focustree_app began onboarding its 1M+ users onchain with zero gas and abstracted wallets. Over 80k users have already been onboarded,
how people think app chains work ❌ Switch chains ❌ Bridge funds ❌ Deploy new accounts how they actually work ✅ Just like your smart contract app
1/ This week in the pack 🧵 From infra to apps, here is your Starknet weekly recap.
What’s coming on Starknet? Plenty of stuff anon. Here’s a non-exhaustive list: Q2 2025: > EVM wallets compatibility via @rosettanetstark + the @cartridge_gg Controller > @hyperlane integration > Custom bridge to bring Bitcoin assets to Starknet > Major native Perp DEX
Starknet is welcoming a new perp DEX: @extendedapp, unlocking fresh use cases for our ecosystem. > 50+ pairs (crypto + TradFi) > Community vault for LPs > Spot, borrow & lend coming next Already live on Starknet testnet. Mainnet coming soon.
Ethereum + Bitcoin + CairoVM + STARK proofs + Native Account Abstraction = Starknet Built from first principles. No shortcuts. Web3 advantages with Web2-level UX. No limits. Just build on Starknet and bridge to it.
1/ This week in the pack 🧵 From infra to apps, here is your Starknet weekly recap.
The era of Starknet as Bitcoin's execution layer has already begun. It’s still very early, but the first Bitcoin-focused use cases are already live.
Starknet just hit 5M account contracts. With 1M+ students onboarding via @focustree_app, new game launches, a Perp DEX, BTCFI, and new bridges, the network's adoption curve will only accelerate from here. Locked in.
Your BTC, now productive on Starknet. Thanks to this new product from Braavos, one click is all you need to: - Bridge your BTC to Starknet - Wrap it into WBTC - Deposit it into a vault Keep HODLing, start earning Bitcoiners.
If you're a Bitcoiner, you know the mantra: Stack Sats & HODL. But what if your Bitcoin could earn a double-digit yield without compromise? Introducing bitcoin support & One‑Click Earn on Braavos. Here’s why you should be excited 🧵
The last piece of the Starknet scaling buffet is finally here: L3s, battle-tested and production-ready. The latest real-world test by @karnotxyz proved that the L3 building block is now fully ready; both in terms of performance and UX. With a simple mining game (gmine) built as
1/ Bringing BTC from Bitcoin to Starknet just got easier. The @atomiqlabs cross-chain swap is now live, letting you convert BTC from Bitcoin to wBTC on Starknet, seamlessly, with zero slippage, and secured by Bitcoin's Pow. But why bring your BTC to Starknet? 🧵
Bitcoin staking is coming to Starknet (targeting Q3 2025). Bringing sustainable rewards for Bitcoiners, stronger security for Starknet, and new building blocks for devs - all at low cost. Hyperbitcoinization on Starknet isn't slowing down anytime soon.
Bitcoin staking is coming to Starknet. More security for the network, sustainable rewards for Bitcoiners, and new building blocks for devs. Here’s a 7-minute presentation on what it unlocks, and Starknet’s broader vision for Bitcoin.
Starknet is now live on Garden, bringing a faster and simpler way to move your BTC. With an intent-based model, @garden_finance makes bridging optimized for speed and efficiency. Put your BTC to work, bridge to Starknet now.
1/ What does Starknet becoming a Bitcoin execution layer look like so far? We’re still laying the foundations. But here’s what you can already do on Starknet with Bitcoin 🧵
Starknet All Core Devs: Full Nodes Call Meeting #26
The Starknet development team held their 26th Full Nodes call meeting, continuing their bi-weekly technical discussions. This follows their previous meeting (#25) from April 24th. Key points discussed: - Technical updates on full node implementations - Network performance metrics - Upcoming protocol improvements The regular cadence of these meetings demonstrates ongoing development activity in the Starknet ecosystem. Interested developers can review the full discussion at [Twitter/X Broadcast](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1OdKrDgmzgpJX)
Starknet Expands Wallet Integration Options
Starknet has significantly expanded its accessibility by integrating multiple wallet options: - **Discord login** now supported - **Major wallet integrations** including: - MetaMask (via Starknet Snap) - Rabby - WalletConnect These additions streamline user access to Starknet's ecosystem, reducing entry barriers. MetaMask users can particularly benefit from seamless AVNU integration, allowing them to explore Starknet innovations through their preferred wallet. *More social login options are in development.*
Pistol Protocol Launches on Mainnet
**Pistol**, a new protocol for settling disputes on-chain, has officially launched on mainnet. The platform aims to provide a structured mechanism for resolving conflicts between parties, drawing inspiration from traditional dispute resolution methods. - Protocol went live on May 7th, 2025 - Designed to handle peer-to-peer disagreements - Follows earlier testnet phase from November 2024 *Note: This is a protocol for dispute resolution, not actual weapons or violence.* Users can now access the platform to settle disagreements through smart contract mechanisms.
Account Abstraction Goes Mainstream Across Ethereum Ecosystem
Account Abstraction (AA) has achieved full implementation across the Ethereum ecosystem, marking a significant advancement in blockchain usability. - **Key Features Now Available**: - Single-transaction bundling for multiple actions - Custom security rule configuration - Account recovery options - Alternative gas fee payment methods - Third-party gas fee coverage *Previously exclusive to Starknet*, these UX improvements are now accessible to all Ethereum users. This development simplifies blockchain interactions while maintaining security standards. The upgrade eliminates the need for ETH holdings for gas fees and enables multi-action transactions in one click.