This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” which explores different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s most secure Bitcoin DeFi layer. Bedrock is the first multi-asset liquid restaking protocol, pioneering Bitcoin staking with uniBTC. As the leading BTC liquid […]
Rootstock is now integrated with two of the leading protocols in the liquid staking space, Bedrock and Solv Protocol. This unlocks a new use case for Rootstockers and the Bitcoin ecosystem: liquid staking Until now, staking has largely been associated with proof-of-stake chains like Ethereum. But with these integrations, Bitcoin users can now access similar […]
The news everyone’s been waiting for: USDT0 is now live on Rootstock. USDT0, the omnichain deployment of Tether’s USDT, introduces a seamless way to access Bitcoin-backed loans, perpetuals, and yield opportunities on the most secure BTCFi layer. This guide covers everything you need to know to get started with USDT0 on Rootstock, from setup to […]
5 Lil Pudgies up for grabs and a $500k+ of incentives to earn! The Rootstock community is excited to introduce the new campaign: The Golden Sats Challenge, and this is your chance to win a Lil Pudgy while earning some decent APR at the same time. Complete onchain tasks such as bridging through Stargate and […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” which explores different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s most secure Bitcoin DeFi layer. Solv Protocol is a platform that offers a comprehensive set of financial services for Bitcoin holders. And now integrated […]
In the previous article, we explored how the PowPeg works, and what to expect when using it to move your Bitcoin in and out of Rootstock. Here, we continue to explore how the PowPeg App works from a user perspective in a step-by-step guide including: Connecting your wallet Having sufficient funds of BTC Performing a […]
Bridging BTC in and out of Rootstock using the PowPeg App means converting between BTC and rBTC, a 1:1 representation of Bitcoin on the Rootstock network that enables you to pay gas in the network and interact with DeFi applications with your Bitcoin. This article answers some of the frequently asked questions about using the […]
The Staking Surge is live, running from May 15th till June 14th, and it’s your chance to earn a part of the $390k reward pool by staking rBTC and SolvBTC on Rootstock. Whether you’re a long-time Rootstock user or a curious DeFi explorer, this guide will walk you through how to take part, what to […]
There’s currently over $1.5 trillion worth of Bitcoin in circulation, of which less than 0.5% is locked in Bitcoin DeFi – neither growing nor generating returns. While Bitcoin’s value has historically increased over time, wouldn’t it be better if your BTC could work for you while you hold it? Rootstock stands as the most complete […]
Moving assets to and from Rootstock is now easier than ever. With LayerZero integration, you can use Stargate, the most trusted and widely used bridge, to transfer USDC, USDT0, and WETH smoothly into the Rootstock ecosystem to participate in the Bitcoin DeFi. Stargate connects a growing network of chains and dApps, making it the best […]
The growth of Bitcoin DeFi has seen remarkable progress, with $6.6 billion of Bitcoin locked in DeFi protocols as of Feb 2025. And with Rootstock being the home of DeFi on Bitcoin, it is important to understand how you can access rBTC, the native token of Rootstock used to navigate the opportunities in the ecosystem. […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” which explores different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. Pell aims to create a decentralized security leasing platform for the Bitcoin ecosystem. As Pell is now integrated with Rootstock, the community […]
