Non-Custodial BTC Staking is now live on Core Chain!

For the first time ever, you can earn yield on your BTC directly within the Bitcoin Network, without needing to move, wrap, or hand over custody of your coins. Enhance Bitcoin’s utility and participate in Core Chain’s consensus mechanism securely. Explore more about this feature and how to stake your Bitcoin at https://stake.coredao.org/.

For the full announcement see this tweet▶️ https://twitter.com/Coredao_Org/status/1780561395253211648

Alongside the news of Non-Custodial BTC Staking, The Core Foundation has collaborated with DeFi Technologies Inc. and its subsidiary Valour to support CORE-yielding Bitcoin ETPs.

These ETPs utilize Core Chain's Non-Custodial BTC Staking to hold BTC that earns yield without giving up custody. 
Additionally, Valour will manage a validator node and plans to stake $100 million in BTC on Core Chain, further traditional finance’s venture into Core Chain. This collaboration marks a significant step towards merging decentralized finance with traditional financial mechanisms.


For more see the latest blog article: https://coredao.org/explore/blog/75

Introducing NLX Protocol, a new platform for trading on-chain perpetual futures contracts backed by Bitcoin on Core Chain!🔥

Perpetual futures—known as perps—allow traders to hold positions indefinitely without expiration. This integration on Core Chain emphasizes transparency and efficiency in the trading of leveraged assets.

Read the full announcement ➡️ https://coredao.org/explore/blog/76

Introducing Sparks on Core Ignition Drop! 🔥🔶

This new metric enhances participation in the Core Chain ecosystem by rewarding user engagement and activity. Sparks are calculated daily and are based on your activity on Core Chain. This includes holding eligible tokens - even on eligible DeFi protocols.

Get deeper into how you can maximize your Sparks and contribute to the ecosystem. Connect and start your journey with Core Chain 👉 https://ignition.coredao.org/

World of Dypians is now fully integrated on Core Chain, and exciting events for the community are being built 🎮

Enter the metaverse on Core Chain for a revolutionary gaming experience. World of Dypians is available on Epic Games!

Fore more details about this integration ▶️ https://medium.com/@worldofdypians/ae0f897056ec

Introducing COREx on Core Chain!

A new V3-style DEX that integrates artificial intelligence and social trading features to enhance user engagement and optimize strategies.

Built on Core Chain, COREx prioritizes user empowerment and security. Its features include one-click trades across blockchains, AI-enhanced analytics, and a user-centric interface designed for accessibility.

Learn more about this launch here ▶️ https://coredao.org/explore/blog/87

Core Chain has collaborated with Valour to create the world’s first Yield Bearing Bitcoin ETP.

Offering a new way to invest in Bitcoin. The ETP provides a 5.65% yield while maintaining BTC’s security and value.

Learn more about Bitcoin ETPs that blends traditional investment with the innovation of blockchain ▶️ https://coredao.org/explore/blog/90

Kiln has joined as a new validator on Core Chain 🔶

This means enhanced security and decentralization of the network, leveraging Kiln’s expertise from managing extensive staking operations.

Read more ▶️ https://coredao.org/explore/blog/91

It's time to play Coretoshis 🎮

Game devs, register now and bring your game ideas to life on Core Chain.

Registrations are open for Core DAO's Gaming Summer Jam 👉 https://coredao.org/explore/blog/95

Since the Core Weekly newsletter dropped, over 2,000 Bitcoins have been staked on Core Chain.

Core Weekly is packed with significant events this week: Ignition multipliers, Core's amazing side events at
Consensus, and the Bitcoin Summer community series.

Read all about it ▶️ https://coredao.org/explore/blog/96

🔶 Core DAO’s Validator Set Expansion Proposal 🔶

📢 Core DAO plans to expand the validator set on Core Chain from 21 to 31 by Q2 2025!

This 12-month strategic initiative aims to boost decentralization and incorporate reputable infrastructure providers without affecting staking rewards.

🔗 Learn more and join the discussion:
https://snapshot.org/#/coredaogov.eth
https://coredao.org/explore/blog/97

Get ready for a sizzling week in Austin at
Consesus 2024! Networking on all things Core and Bitcoin! 🔶

Kicking things off with a DeFi Happy Hour and BBQ party.

THURSDAY, MAY 30th
⏰ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
📍 Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que

Check out the event 👉 https://lu.ma/consensusbbqparty

☕️ Wrapping up the week with a BITCOIN SOCIAL Cafe hosted by Core Foundation.

FRIDAY, MAY 31st
⏰ 10 am - 2 pm
📍 President's House Coffee at the Omni Hotel Austin

Join here 👉 https://lu.ma/BITCOINSOCIALCAFE

It's going to be an amazing week full of great food, awesome drinks, and fantastic networking.

Hope to see you there!

Merkle 3s Capital Joins Core Venture Network 🔶

Core Venture Network and Merkle 3s Capital will together offer funding opportunities, connecting innovators with stage-agnostic investors.

Find out the key objectives of this partnership: https://coredao.org/explore/blog/98

Coretoshis, D3 is giving you the chance to win your share of 250 $CORE🔥

Simply quote this tweet with a screenshot flexing your most recent Core Name registration to enter
This isn’t the only way you can win! D3 have 7 other exciting campaigns for users who register their Core Names

For more visit: https://d3.inc/blog/giveaways/stand-a-chance-to-win-your-share-of-50k-core-with-d3/

Announcing the Core Chain BTCfi Hackathon! Get ready for a 12-week journey of innovation in the Bitcoin DeFi economy.

Join here: https://coredao.org/initiatives/BTCfiSummerHackathon

Core Ignition Drop’s first claiming phase is NOW open.
All incentives will be claimed as stCORE.

Learn how to claim your rewards ▶️ https://coredao.org/explore/blog/core-ignition-drop-first-claiming-phase