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Bringing your Bitcoin into Rootstock where it can be used to participate in the Bitcoin DeFi economy just got a major upgrade. Rootstock’s native bridge, the POWpeg has been the unstoppable, uncensorable, and unbreakable Bitcoin bridge in existence since launching in 2018 and as of today it is now 50x faster, jumping from 16 hours […]
By Carol E. – Program Manager Developers across the world are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on Bitcoin, and Rootstock is at the heart of that transformation. By providing an EVM-compatible environment secured by Bitcoin’s proof-of-work, Rootstock is taking its rightful place as the hub for innovation on Bitcoin. This is the first article […]
By Fede Jinich, Research Developer BitVMX is a two-party optimistic execution protocol that allows the execution of arbitrary computations on Bitcoin. This enables transactions where the spending condition depends on the result of such computation. In this article, we will use it to create a Pokemon-like game, where players must select the right character to […]
The blockchain ecosystem has long struggled with a fundamental challenge: how to enable seamless, secure asset transfers between different blockchain networks. Rootstock has been the leader in tackling these challenges ever since its launch in 2018 and the introduction of the PowPeg. And to this day, POWPeg remains the most unstoppable, uncensorable, and unbreakable Bitcoin […]
From Bitcoin halving to the BTC ATH, 2024 witnessed the history of Bitcoin indeed. As Bitcoin surged to an all-time high of 100,000 USD, surpassing its previous peaks, its role as a global store of value was further solidified. This renewed interest in Bitcoin created the perfect foundation for Rootstock to shine, utilizing Bitcoin’s unparalleled […]
This report is presented by RootstockLabs, a key contributor to the growth of the Rootstock ecosystem. At Rootstocklabs, we strive to empower the community by offering transparent insights into merged mining dynamics through quarterly hashrate reports dedicated to Rootstock. Our goal is to enhance comprehension with user-friendly visuals such as tables and graphs, ensuring better […]
2024 was a significant year for Rootstock’s evolution, bringing major integration and network upgrades and making Rootstock more accessible, while serving the goal of making Bitcoin work for everyone. As the year comes to a close, it’s time to recap some of the milestones achieved in Rootstock’s roadmap and explore what’s coming in 2025! Upgraded […]
Summary: The Rootstock network will undergo a PowPeg change on block 7,069,806. Based on the current state of the network, this is expected to occur on December 28th, 2024. Since the Bitcoin deposit address will change, it is strongly recommended that users verify the address before initiating any conversions from BTC to RBTC on the […]
This article is part of the “Bitcoin Developer Journey” series exploring different steps and guides for developers who want to dip their toes in the Rootstock ecosystem and start building DeFi on Bitcoin. Thirdweb, a full stack, open-source Web3 development platform, recently integrated Rootstock. This integration provides Rootstock developers with pre-built smart contracts and powerful […]
The Rootstock community is pleased to announce the release of the latest version of the RSKj client, which is now available in the RSKj GitHub repository. This update features new debugging methods and other improvements to the JSON-RPC interface, designed to optimize the developer experience. Although this upgrade is optional, it is strongly recommended that […]
Messari has released its latest in-depth report on Rootstock — examining developments across the ecosystem in the third quarter of 2024. As the bull market gathered pace, it was a consequential three months for Bitcoin’s oldest sidechain, with new features going live and a plethora of protocols integrated. This article outlines key points from the […]
For decades, vast improvements in the financial sector have often left underbanked consumers behind — leaving them unable to access credit. But the crypto space is establishing a track record of narrowing this gap, with upcoming trends including tokenization, unlocking new ways of helping hard-working consumers. Building upon its reputation as Bitcoin’s biggest and oldest […]
