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Description

Bitcoin has established itself as a reliable store of value protocol, while Stacks aims to demonstrate that it can serve as the foundation for a user-owned internet. By introducing scalable transactions and dynamic smart contracts to the Bitcoin ecosystem, Stacks effectively utilizes Bitcoin's substantial $1 trillion capital. The registration of .BTC domains occurs through a smart contract on Stacks, which is secured by the Bitcoin network. This contract features a decentralized name registry developed in Clarity language, where ownership of each .BTC name is encoded as a hash on the Bitcoin blockchain. Instead of overwhelming the Bitcoin blockchain with individual name registrations, numerous Stacks transactions can be consolidated into a single transaction on the Bitcoin blockchain. The web bridge enables btc.us to function as a top-level domain, affording users the ability to create personal subdomains. While the web bridge operates as a centralized service, the .BTC names themselves remain decentralized. Looking ahead, enhancements to .btc resolution in web browsers could significantly improve user experience and accessibility. This evolution could lead to a more integrated and efficient use of Bitcoin as a foundational element of the web.

Description

Rootstock stands out as an innovative Bitcoin sidechain that combines the advanced smart contract functionality of Ethereum with the unparalleled security of Bitcoin. Operating as an open-source platform, it utilizes Bitcoin's proof-of-work consensus mechanism, tapping into over 60% of Bitcoin's hashing power through merged mining to ensure its reliability. This synergy allows developers to create EVM-compatible smart contracts, paving the way for decentralized applications that benefit from the strength of Bitcoin's network security. The native currency of Rootstock, known as RBTC, is maintained at a 1:1 peg with Bitcoin, which simplifies interactions with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and dApps on the Rootstock ecosystem, facilitating processes like minting, swaps, and the payment of gas fees. Additionally, the PowPeg protocol plays a crucial role in guaranteeing secure and efficient two-way transactions between Bitcoin and Rootstock, significantly improving interoperability between the two networks. Within Rootstock's expanding ecosystem, users can engage in a variety of applications, including swapping and staking through platforms such as Sushi, optimizing yields with Beefy, and trading on Oku, demonstrating the platform's versatility and appeal. As a result, Rootstock offers a comprehensive environment that empowers developers and users alike to harness the full potential of blockchain technology.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Bitcoin Yes 
Alchemy No 
Arbitrum No 
Base No 
Built2Buy No 
Ethereum No 
FreightPOP No 
Gelato No 
Jumper No 
LayerZero No 
MetaMask No 
Money On Chain No 
Oku No 
OpenOcean No 
Rubic No 
Sovryn No 
SushiSwap No 
Symbiosis Finance No 
The Graph No 
pell No 

Integrations

Bitcoin Yes 
Alchemy Yes 
Arbitrum Yes 
Base Yes 
Built2Buy Yes 
Ethereum Yes 
FreightPOP Yes 
Gelato Yes 
Jumper Yes 
LayerZero Yes 
MetaMask Yes 
Money On Chain Yes 
Oku Yes 
OpenOcean Yes 
Rubic Yes 
Sovryn Yes 
SushiSwap Yes 
Symbiosis Finance Yes 
The Graph Yes 
pell Yes 

Pricing Details

$5 per domain
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

BTC.us

Website

btc.us

Vendor Details

Company Name

Rootstock

Founded

2018

Website

rootstock.io

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