Hello Stakin Community! 👋
As May comes to a close, we’re bringing you the latest updates across staking protocols, infrastructure upgrades, and new educational content. Here's what’s new:
- Staking on Bitcoin with Botanix
- Investor Guide to Walrus
- How to Stake IOTA
- Network Upgrades: Ethereum, IOTA, Babylon
Introduction to Botanix: Smart Contracts and Staking on Bitcoin
Until recently, staking Bitcoin meant moving it outside the Bitcoin network, either by wrapping it as a token on another blockchain, or by using platforms built entirely on different chains like Ethereum. That’s no longer the only option. Today, new protocols are emerging that bring staking closer to Bitcoin itself, through Layer 2 solutions designed to work with the Bitcoin ecosystem.
In our latest article, we explore how Botanix, one of several networks we support at Stakin, enables smart contracts and staking with native BTC, without relying on custodians or wrapped assets. We also highlight other protocols expanding Bitcoin’s functionality through secure, non-custodial staking. Whether you're comparing your options or just starting to explore, this guide offers a clear overview of what’s now possible.
Investor Guide to Walrus Ecosystem: Staking, Utility, and Airdrops
As decentralized storage becomes an essential pillar of Web3 infrastructure, emerging protocols like Walrus are offering scalable, cost-efficient alternatives to traditional cloud solutions. Built on the Sui blockchain, Walrus allows users to store large data sets across a decentralized network while earning rewards by staking its native token, $WAL. It’s one of several protocols now enabling both data availability and non-custodial staking in a trustless environment.
Through Stakin, you can stake WAL and access a growing suite of tools that support the Walrus ecosystem. In our latest article, we break down how the token is used across payment, governance, and security layers, while also covering how to earn yield through liquid staking, participate in airdrop programs, and stay secure in an evolving DeFi landscape. If you're exploring new staking opportunities tied to infrastructure, this overview is a strong place to start.
How to Stake IOTA
Staking IOTA is now a simple way to put your tokens to work while supporting a network built for real-world applications like IoT, digital identity, and supply chains. Its architecture allows fast, low-cost transactions and smart contracts without the complexity of traditional blockchains. There’s no lock-up period, and getting started only takes a few steps. Check out our guide to learn how to stake IOTA with Stakin.
⚙️ Network and Protocol Updates
- Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade
- IOTA Mainnet Upgrade
- BABY Staking on Babylon is now live via Fireblocks raw signing
Learning Center Updated
Explore the refreshed Learning Center and dive into key topics like Proof-of-Stake, Restaking, Bitcoin Staking, Oracles and Decentralized Bridges - all in one place.
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See you next month,
— Team Stakin
