Learn to harness the power of Bitcoin's second-layer protocols. Blockstream's @Liquid Network Developer Bootcamps kick off this Saturday, March 29, in Argentina, with Italy and Bulgaria next. Ready to build something big? 🌊 ⚡️ Secure your spot. 👇

The Liquid Network

Liquid Bootcamp: Hands-On Training for Bitcoin Layer-2 Developers

Apply to Liquid Bootcamps for hands-on Bitcoin building, collaborating with developers, and turning your ideas into real projects on Bitcoin’s fi...

The team at Blockstream, led by @Adam Back , has made self-custody simple. Set up your Jade Plus, record your seed phrase, and secure your Bitcoin today. Order a new Jade Plus hardware wallet and Blockstream Metal offline backup. ⬇️ https://store.blockstream.com/products/blockstream-metal-offline-backup

Check out our latest Deciphered on the new Jade Plus Bitcoin hardware wallet. It’s designed to simplify Bitcoin storage for beginners while offering advanced features seasoned cypherpunks will love.

The synergy between Lightning and the @Liquid Network is undeniable. Core Lightning Lead @Rusty Russell explains how atomic swaps, cheaper channel opens, and lower fees make them the perfect pair.

CLN Lead @Rusty Russell explains how the sky is the limit for the plugins you can write for Core Lightning and Greenlight.

The Blockstream Explorer API self-service dashboard is now live. 🧭 Developers can sign up, generate API keys, track usage, and manage billing all in one place. This makes accessing reliable Bitcoin and Liquid blockchain data easier than ever. 🧵👇 The dashboard allows users to create and manage API keys instantly, track usage, and ensure your application scales without hitting unexpected limits. 🔗 

Blockstream Explorer

The API pricing is transparent & scales with your app, offering 500K free requests/month! Paid tiers provide cost-effective access with US & EU infrastructure for speed, redundancy & regional availability. Learn more in the blog.

Blockstream

Introducing the New Blockstream Explorer API: Faster, Easier, and More Transparent

We are excited to announce the formal relaunch of the Blockstream Explorer API. With this update, we are moving the project into open beta, introdu...

Bitcoin & @Liquid Network support is fully integrated! Query transactions, blocks & addresses—no infrastructure needed. Get started fast with pre-built cURL, Python & JavaScript examples. Copy, paste & run with minimal setup. Testnet available! Payments are flexible, with support for Bitcoin, Liquid, and Lightning via our friends @Zaprite . Choose a pay-as-you-go model or reach out to learn more about the flat monthly unlimited plan. Ensure your app is ready for the Bitcoin bull market. Focus on building, not running infrastructure. Get your API key today and start scaling with reliable Bitcoin and Liquid data. dashboard.blockstream.info

The Jade Plus is the second hardware wallet designed by Blockstream CEO and Bitcoin pioneer @Adam Back . Secure, open-source, and perfect for beginners and cypherpunks alike. Built for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners, the Jade Plus simplifies and strengthens self-custody. Learn more ⬇️

Blockstream: Bitcoin and digital asset infrastructure

Blockstream Jade: A powerful hardware wallet for securing your Bitcoin.

Traders. Hodlrs. Investors. Your Hardware wallet is here. Jade is the most advanced hardware wallet yet.

We’re excited to see the open-source VLS Project empower Greenlight's non-custodial Lightning payments! Big thanks to VLS for making it easier for developers to bring BTC payments to users while maintaining full self-custody.

VLS

Greenlight Empowers Non-Custodial Lightning Integration Using VLS

Greenlight Empowers Non-Custodial Lightning Integration Using VLS - VLS updates and Lightning security insights from industry leaders.

Ready to contribute to an open-source Bitcoin project? Core Lightning Bounties have moved to the Build On L2 platform. With over a million sats available, it’s your chance to make a real impact on the Lightning Network while earning. https://community.corelightning.org/c/cln-bounties/ Core Lightning is actively improving its infrastructure, and one opportunity to contribute is working on replacing the wss-proxy Python plugin with its Rust equivalent. This task offers 200,000 sats, with an estimated time commitment of over 3 hours. https://community.corelightning.org/c/cln-bounties/8061-replace-the-wss-proxy-python-plugin-with-its-rust-equivalent Another important task involves enhancing CI pipelines within Core Lightning. You can help optimize the development workflow while earning 200,000 sats. Expect to dedicate over 3 hours for this one. https://community.corelightning.org/c/cln-bounties/57-ci-pipelines With over 1 million sats in total bounties, this is your chance to contribute to Core Lightning, gain recognition, and help power the future of Bitcoin’s Lightning Network.

Build On L2 - The Community For Bitcoin Builders

Connect with a global community of Bitcoiners launching, iterating, and scaling the next great things on layer 2.

You don’t need to trust third parties with your Bitcoin. @Rich explains how self-custody with a hardware wallet like Jade Plus puts you in control and eliminates extra risk. Learn how to take secure self-custody with a hardware wallet. ⬇️

Blockstream: Bitcoin and digital asset infrastructure

Blockstream Jade: A powerful hardware wallet for securing your Bitcoin.

Traders. Hodlrs. Investors. Your Hardware wallet is here. Jade is the most advanced hardware wallet yet.

New Blockstream CIO Sean Bill explains how the @Liquid Network brings instantaneous settlement and atomic swaps to the world of trading.

Securely leverage Bitcoin’s Layer-2 networks. Jade Plus lets you seamlessly receive Liquid Bitcoin (LBTC) and other @Liquid Network assets - without sacrificing hardware wallet security. Bitcoin’s layers, unlocked securely. Realize the full potential of Jade Plus. From Liquid swaps to multisig and Genuine Check, take your Bitcoin security to the next level. Learn more. 👇

Blockstream: Bitcoin and digital asset infrastructure

Blockstream Jade: A powerful hardware wallet for securing your Bitcoin.

Traders. Hodlrs. Investors. Your Hardware wallet is here. Jade is the most advanced hardware wallet yet.

Why risk your Bitcoin with exchanges? Jade Plus pairs with Blockstream Green for easy, secure cold storage. Order a Jade Plus hardware wallet today. ⬇️ https://store.blockstream.com/products/jade-plus

Want to put your Bitcoin to work? Our new CIO Sean Bill shares how the upcoming Alpha and Yield Funds are designed to offer returns while prioritizing risk management. Stay ahead of the Bitcoin market with exclusive quarterly insights. Get institutional analysis, macro trends, and expert research from Sean Bill & Blockstream Asset Management. Sign up now:

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Announcing Core Lightning v25.02, "Onion Packet Filler Accreditation"! With 242 commits from 21 authors in 68 days, this maintenance release brings key updates for users, developers, and the network, enhancing stability and functionality. Dive deeper into the updates! Read the full blog post on CLN v25.02 to learn more about the new features and improvements for users, developers, and the network.

Blockstream

Core Lightning v25.02: "Onion Packet Filler Accreditation"

We are pleased to announce the launch of Core Lightning v25.02. Named “Onion Packet Filler Accreditation” by contributor Se7enZ and led by rele...

Join us for Bitcoin Capital #12 on March 11th at 13:00 UTC! Uncover Brazil's Bitcoin advancements with Rocelo Lopes, CEO at SmartPay Brasil, and Host Jesse Knutson from Bitfinex Securities. Signup for the Live Premiere of this conversation March 11th at 13:00 UTC. ⬇️

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Blockstream Jade Product Manager, @Rich shares how a hardware wallet like Jade Plus keeps your Bitcoin keys offline, delivering top-tier security and peace of mind.

At iConnections Global Alts Miami, Blockstream CEO @Adam Back explains how the Lindy effect means the longer Bitcoin is around, the more institutional-grade and secure it becomes.

Catch up on Bitcoin Capital #11 with @preston and Perianne Boring as they unravel how Bitcoin is shaping the future of finance in the world's No.1 economy. https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1yoKMobVgWjJQ

Is Bitcoin reshaping traditional finance in America? Find out on March 4th at 13:00 UTC! Join @preston and Perianne Boring for Bitcoin Capital #11 as they discuss the Trump administration's strategies and the evolving role of Bitcoin ETFs with Jesse Knutson from Bitfinex Securities. Signup for the Live Premiere of this conversation March 4th at 13:00 UTC. ⬇️

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