Starknet

The Starknet development team held their 30th full nodes call meeting, continuing their bi-weekly technical discussions. This follows their previous meeting (#29) from June 19th. Key points discussed: - Technical updates on full node implementation - Network performance metrics - Upcoming protocol improvements The meeting recording is available for detailed review at [Starknet Full Nodes Call #30](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1kvKpyeXzeoGE) *For developers and node operators: Review the discussion to stay current with Starknet's technical evolution.*

A new tutorial demonstrates rapid dapp development on Starknet, completing both smart contract and frontend implementation in under 15 minutes. This follows a broader trend of simplified blockchain development tools: - Complete dapp build process streamlined for developers - Smart contract to frontend implementation covered - Made accessible through @kasarLabs tooling This development mirrors earlier innovations on Solana, where AI-assisted development tools enabled quick deployment of smart contracts with audit reports and frontend UIs. The focus remains on reducing barriers to entry for blockchain development.

Xverse, a leading Bitcoin wallet, has completed its full integration with Starknet, expanding beyond their initial cross-chain swap feature launched in March 2025. - Users can now access complete Starknet functionality directly through their Xverse wallet - Integration builds on previous Bitcoin-to-Starknet swap capabilities - Marks significant milestone in Xverse's mission to bring Bitcoin DeFi to mainstream users The development follows Xverse's earlier rollout of cross-chain swaps between Bitcoin and Starknet, establishing a more comprehensive bridge between these networks. *Visit [Xverse Wallet](https://wallet.xverse.app/swaps) to explore the new features.*

Starknet has announced Bitcoin staking integration through a new SNIP proposal. Key points: - BTC holders can stake directly on Starknet - BTC will represent up to 25% of validator power - STRK remains primary asset with 75%+ validator power - Target launch: Q3 2025 Other notable updates: - Starknet v0.13.6 releasing July 8th on mainnet - Four new assets (AAVE, POL, UNI, ENA) now tradable via Layer Akira - Major rebrands: Argent → Ready, STRKfarm → Troves - zkLend shutting down money market and LST products

Paradex announces a strategic partnership with Karnot to migrate their sequencer to the Madara Starknet stack, marking a significant move towards infrastructure sovereignty. Key developments: - Full control over execution layer through open-source sequencer - Enhanced throughput scaling for unified-margin trading - Purpose-built Appchain infrastructure while maintaining Ethereum finality Karnot brings expertise as: - Starknet's leading Rollup-as-a-Service provider - Core Madara maintainer - Second-largest Starknet validator The migration aims to deliver: - CEX-comparable liquidity - Enhanced privacy features - Improved trading performance Next steps include sequencer migration and infrastructure scaling to support the SuperDEX vision.

Starknet is developing a Layer 2 solution that integrates key features from multiple blockchain technologies: - Combines Ethereum's smart contract capabilities with Bitcoin's security model - Powered by CairoVM, known for its advanced proving capabilities - Implements native account abstraction for improved user experience - Utilizes STARK proofs for enhanced security and scalability The platform aims to deliver Web2-level user experience while maintaining Web3's decentralized benefits. Developers can build directly on Starknet or use bridges to connect existing applications. *Integration timeline and technical specifications to be announced.*

Starknet announces version 0.13.6, scheduled for Testnet on June 30 and Mainnet on July 8. This update lays groundwork for S-Two, StarkWare's next-gen STARK prover. Key improvements: - S-Two will cut proving time from 24 to 3 minutes for 2B L2 gas blocks - Proving costs expected to reduce by 50% or more - Resource counting enabled - Transaction costs and UX remain unchanged *Note*: Cairo Native temporarily disabled on Testnet, planned reintegration in Q3. [Full release notes](https://community.starknet.io/t/sn-v0-13-6-pre-release-notes/115680)

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.

Starknet is positioning itself as a unified development platform that allows builders to create applications that can leverage both Bitcoin and Ethereum networks simultaneously. Key ecosystem partners supporting development include: - OpenZeppelin - The Graph Protocol - Nethermind - OnlyDust - StarkWare - Starknet Foundation This cross-chain development capability represents a significant step toward blockchain interoperability, allowing developers to harness the unique strengths of both leading networks.

StarkWare has released a breakthrough research paper introducing ColliderVM, a new approach to scale Bitcoin that doesn't require OP_CAT. The technology enables stateful computation on Bitcoin without fraud proofs, potentially allowing Starknet to scale Bitcoin with or without OP_CAT implementation. In other key updates: - STRK staking v2 is now live on testnet with new validator parameters - DeFi Spring incentives launched for wBTC on Vesu - Braavos released a new Bitcoin vault product for bridging and yield generation - Multiple gaming projects advancing including Crimson Fate beta launch - Request Finance adds Starknet support for crypto/fiat operations