The latest news about Rootstock
At the beginning of the year, core contributors to Rootstock put a public roadmap into work, proposing improvements to the network in the next 12 months. One of the key focuses of the roadmap is to provide users with better accessibility to the Rootstock ecosystem with new integrations like Boltz. This new integration is now […]
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 […]
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 introduces the fiat-stable minimum gas price feature (disabled by default), enabling mining pools to automatically adjust their minimum gas price configuration based on the price of Bitcoin. Additionally, […]
The Bitcoin Genesis Countdown kicks off on October 30 — with a whole host of new partners, quests, and rewards to discover. Today, October 31st, marks the anniversary of the publication of the Bitcoin Whitepaper—a significant moment that kicked off the whole world of Web3. As we count down to January 3rd, the day Bitcoin […]
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. Alchemy, the leading blockchain development platform, has recently integrated into Rootstock. This integration brings the Rootstock developers a significant improvement in the […]
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 […]
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. Omnity, the first fully on-chain interoperable omnichain protocol, has recently integrated Rootstock. This integration is now allowing Rootstockers to interact with Bitcoin […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” that explores different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. WoodSwap, a decentralized exchange built on top of Rootstock, is now live on mainnet. This new dApp offers fast, secure, and seamless DEX […]
Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) is facing challenges due to Bitgo’s plan to transfer management to a venture involving Justin Sun’s Tron, sparking fears in MakerDAO about transparency and service interruptions. Investors are reacting by reconsidering WBTC’s role, potentially triggering a sell-off if removed as collateral for DAI, impacting both WBTC and broader crypto markets reliant on […]
The Rootstock Grants Program has been running since early 2023, with more than 67 grantees and over 17 dApps live on mainnet today. One of the most recent builders on Rootstock and grantee, Orin Campbell, shares his thoughts about the Rootstock grants program, including what their platform QSTN is, why they chose to build it […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” exploring different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. Crowdswap, a user-friendly multi-chain DEX, recently announced the integration with Rootstock. This integration brings Rootstock users with the ability to exchange their assets […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” exploring different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. Onramp, a buy, sell, and exchange platform bridging fiat to cryptocurrency, integrated Rootstock. This integration brings Rootstock users with the ability to exchange […]
Messari, one of the most respected research firms in the crypto space, has released a new and in-depth report shedding light on Rootstock. As one of the oldest and largest Bitcoin sidechains, Rootstock offers developers a way to build EVM-compatible decentralized applications (dApps) while keeping Bitcoin at the core. This article breaks down the essential insights from the report, from Rootstock’s unique value proposition to its future growth opportunities. Key Highlights from the Messari Report: Rootstock is now leveraging over 60% of Bitcoin’s total hashrate, making it one of the most secure Bitcoin sidechains in existence. Rootstock’s TVL has seen […]
By integrating Flyover, users can now transfer BTC to RBTC as close to native as possible, and as fast as 20 minutes instead of 17 hours. At the beginning of 2024, core contributors to the Rootstock ecosystem proposed a roadmap that aims to make Rootstock and Bitcoin accessible to everyone. The most recent development in this initiative is the introduction of Fast Mode, which makes getting RBTC via the native PowPeg easier, 98% faster, and more user-friendly. In this article, we’re exploring how the integration of the Flyover into the PowPeg is making all of this possible Try fast mode […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” exploring different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. Changelly, the global crypto exchange platform, has recently integrated into Rootstock. This integration is bringing Rootstockers a new DEX to seamlessly get RBTC, the native token of the Rootstock ecosystem. In this article, we explore a step-by-step approach to get RBTC via Changelly dApp. Steps to get RBTC via Changelly Step 1: Sign up on Changelly (changelly.com) via your Google account or email. The set-up will take approximately […]
This article is part of the “Journey in Rootstock” series, guiding users to access the ecosystem. From compatible wallets and assets to exchanges and bridges, this series aims to simplify Rootstockers’ experience in the Bitcoin-powered DeFi world. If you’re looking to get RBTC and start exploring the Rootstock ecosystem, there is an array of crypto exchanges to choose from. The best platform for you will depend on a multitude of factors. What type of wallet do you use? Do you need a fiat on-ramp? Are you converting from another cryptocurrency? Over 20 exchanges now list RBTC — “Smart Bitcoin” […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” exploring different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. Safle, the non-custodial identity wallet, has announced its integration with Rootstock. This integration brings a new tool for Rootstockers to manage their assets while ensuring maximum security using Safle’s open-source PIN-based transaction signing method. In this article, we explore how users can create multiple Rootstock wallets to manage their assets on Safle. But first, What does this integration bring? Safle brings the Rootstock ecosystem with two SDKs, which […]
A new community proposal focused on improving Rootstock’s security and compatibility with the Ethereum virtual machine. Since Rootstock launched in 2018, a dedicated group of core contributors has continued to develop the world’s first and leading Bitcoin sidechain, focusing on increasing decentralization, security, and interoperability. The latest network upgrade proposal is the Lovell Network Upgrade, which brings six critical Rootstock Improvement Proposals (RSKIPs) focused on enhancing security, compatibility with Ethereum, and usability. In this article, we present a summary of the improvements proposed in Lovell, and we encourage the community to share questions and comments in the Rootstock Research Forum. […]
This article is part of the “Journey in Rootstock” series, guiding users to access the ecosystem. From compatible wallets and assets to exchanges and bridges, this series aims to simplify Rootstockers’ experience in the Bitcoin-powered DeFi world. Metamask is one of the many wallets compatible with the Rootstock ecosystem, offering users a familiar interface to interact with Bitcoin-powered dApps. Compatible with both Rootstock testnet and mainnet, as well as Ethereum, Metamask offers Rootstockers the ability to easily navigate the ecosystem, manage assets, and explore DeFi on Bitcoin through Rootstock. In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to connect your Metamask […]
This article is part of the “Journey in Rootstock” series, guiding users to access the Rootstock ecosystem. From compatible wallets to bridges, this series aims to simplify Rootstockers’ experience in the Bitcoin-powered DeFi world. RBTC is your first step into the Rootstock ecosystem — opening the door to a huge community of dApps and DeFi protocols secured by Bitcoin. RBTC is Bitcoin once it’s bridged into the Rootstock sidechain. Sometimes called “Smart Bitcoin”, RBTC on Rootstock is pegged 1:1 with BTC on the Bitcoin mainchain. It’s used for paying gas on Rootstock and navigating the apps built on top of […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” exploring different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. Lemon Cash, the leading crypto app in Latin America, has recently announced its integration with Rootstock. This integration brings Rootstockers a seamless and intuitive way to obtain RBTC, the Rootstock ecosystem’s native token. In this article, we explore the steps to withdraw BTC to Rootstock as RBTC. Guide to bridging to Rootstock using Lemon Cash Lemon provides a user-friendly onboarding experience to the Rootstock ecosystem. Users will be […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” exploring different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. Steer Finance, the decentralized abstraction layer for consumer protocols, has recently announced its integration with Rootstock. This integration brings the community a Smart Pools tool that enables liquidity management by leveraging both off-chain and on-chain data, along with off-chain compute. This article provides a guide to using Steer Finance to provide liquidity to smart pools with all of the modes available (quick, advanced, and expert modes). Step-by-step guide […]
Explore, earn, and elevate your crypto journey! The Rootstock community is excited to introduce the new ride in the ecosystem: The Rootstock World Tour. Hosted on the Galxe Quests platform, Rootstock community partners came together to offer this tour featuring interactions with 11 dynamic Rootstock integrations. With each interaction, you’ll gain valuable knowledge, enhance your crypto skills, earn rewards, and much more. This article serves as a comprehensive guide while you take this tour on Rootstock. Check out the campaign on Galxe What you need to know The concept of the tour There are 11 quests across 11 different destinations […]
This article is part of Rootstock’s series “Building DeFi on Bitcoin” exploring different solutions and integrations on the Rootstock blockchain that enable scaling Bitcoin, bringing DeFi capabilities to the world’s first blockchain. CoNFT, a Multi-chain web3 utility hub, has recently integrated with Rootstock. This integration is bringing users a secure and user-friendly platform to mint and trade NFTs on Bitcoin, swap and bridge tokens, and more. Whether you’re new to cryptocurrency or an experienced investor, this guide will help you navigate the coNFT platform. Guide to minting NFTs on CoNFT Creating an account Step 1: Sign up to create an […]