Catch this great write-up by @btcplusplus Insider on one of the latest innovations from Blockstream Research Shielded CSV, developed by Jonas Nick with contributors from Alpen Labs and Zero Sync, is a pragmatic step toward more private and efficient Bitcoin transactions.

Some of us still want private, bitcoin payments

Amidst paper bitcoin summer, an upcoming bitcoin privacy project is being under-discussed…

“Full privacy with only 64 bytes on-chain sounds impossible?” Catch Jonas breaking down Shielded CSV @The Bitcoin Conference 2025 in Las Vegas, one of the most promising paths for private, efficient Bitcoin transactions.

Greenlight 0.3.1 by the Blockstream Lightning team is here. This non-custodial service lets you hold your keys while we handle the node operations behind the scenes. Nodes now run Core Lightning v25.05 with the latest performance, protocol, and reliability improvements. With this update, signer policies have been refined, especially around acceptable fee rates, an important step since CLN and the VLS Project use different data models. A zeroconf fix also ensures long-confirming channels will no longer be closed.

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Greenlight v0.3.1 includes the new signer for CLN v25.05. This means faster commit/revoke messaging, tighter fee accuracy, and smoother channel management, all built on years of battle-tested Core Lightning development. Learn what v25.05 brings to Greenlight. ⬇️

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Core Lighting 25.05 "Satoshi's OP_RETURN Opinion"

We are pleased to announce the release of Core Lightning v25.05, named “Satoshi's OP_RETURN Opinion“ by contributor Peter Neuroth and led by re...

“This release has been in the making for quite some time. Congratulations to everybody involved. It’s a minor release in versioning but a big one in impact, automatically upgrading all nodes to CLN v25.05.” - Christian Decker, Greenlight project lead Ready to start building with Greenlight by Blockstream? Download your developer certificate and tap into the best of non-custodial Lightning:

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Jade Plus is fully open source, with code and components you can verify yourself. This is total transparency in Bitcoin security. Go a step further than open-source code and get open-source hardware components too with Jade Plus. https://store.blockstream.com/products/jade-plus

Check out the latest Core Lightning bounties and put up your hand to claim one. Bitcoin’s price is running up, and these bounties are getting juicier. https://community.corelightning.org/c/cln-bounties

With Bitcoin smashing all-time highs, is it too late to start stacking? Blockstream CEO @Adam Back explains why it isn’t and why the biggest upside is ahead for those who think long-term but act now. 🧵⬇️ “Gold is stone age tech.” - Adam Back 2025 at Plan B El Salvador “Bitcoin should be worth $200 trillion just based on the monetary premium of other assets. That still seems very plausible.” – Adam Back on stage with @Michael Saylor at @BTC Prague Diminishing returns? History says no. Adam explains why the next wave of adoption could be the strongest yet. Still watching the big money load up on Bitcoin while you wait for a “better entry”? Pensions are already moving. Don’t wait on the sidelines. Download the Blockstream App and start stacking real Bitcoin in self-custody today:

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Blockstream App: A multi-platform, feature-rich Bitcoin and Liquid Wallet.

Blockstream app guides you from your first bitcoin purchase to full self-custody, all inside one elegant, security-first Bitcoin experience.

Bitcoin as the $200 trillion asset class? On stage with @Michael Saylor at @BTC Prague, @Adam Back explains why that vision looks more plausible as fiat inflates. The window to front-run this $200 trillion Bitcoin arbitrage won’t stay open forever. Stack sats while it’s early. Buy Bitcoin in minutes with the Blockstream App.

Blockstream: Bitcoin and digital asset infrastructure

Blockstream App: A multi-platform, feature-rich Bitcoin and Liquid Wallet.

Blockstream app guides you from your first bitcoin purchase to full self-custody, all inside one elegant, security-first Bitcoin experience.

Bitcoin ETFs have reshaped the landscape. Bloomberg's James Seyffart joins Jesse Knutson on Bitcoin Capital to break down how $14B+ of inflows are transforming portfolios and corporate treasuries. Episode drops July 7 at 15:00 UTC https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1DXGyqRVwRvGM

Want to trade Bitcoin without giving up custody? @Adam Back explains how, through the @Liquid Network , you can stay in cold storage, place stink bids, and boost market liquidity using the Blockstream Jade hardware wallet with sideswap.io

🚀 Just landed in the Blockstream Store: @Based Trading Cards 🧡 👻 Spirit of Satoshi Box 🃏 Genesis Box Topper Pack 🎁 Genesis Packs Trade, discuss & orange-pill friends. Start the journey ⬇️ https://store.blockstream.com/collections/collaborations

No more clunky setups. Jade Plus pairs seamlessly with the Blockstream App so you can buy, receive, and secure Bitcoin to hardware wallet self-custody in minutes. Your keys stay offline the whole time. Get simple and secure Bitcoin self-custody on a hardware wallet with Jade Plus and Blockstream. https://store.blockstream.com/products/jade-plus

“Gold is Stone Age tech.” At the @Plan ₿ Network forum El Salvador, @Adam Back explains why Bitcoin: faster, scarcer, programmable isn’t just gold 2.0. It’s the next monetary base. The transition has already begun. Still saving in gold? Stone Age tech won’t survive a digital monetary base. Download the Blockstream App and upgrade your savings to Bitcoin today.

Blockstream: Bitcoin and digital asset infrastructure

Blockstream App: A multi-platform, feature-rich Bitcoin and Liquid Wallet.

Blockstream app guides you from your first bitcoin purchase to full self-custody, all inside one elegant, security-first Bitcoin experience.

Most people think they’re late in the Bitcoin story. The truth? It’s still early. @Plan ₿ Network El Salvador @Adam Back predicts mass adoption is next and diminishing returns won’t hold. Don’t be on the wrong side of the S-curve. Start your self-custody journey today. Download the Blockstream App and buy real Bitcoin before the next wave hits.

Blockstream: Bitcoin and digital asset infrastructure

Blockstream App: A multi-platform, feature-rich Bitcoin and Liquid Wallet.

Blockstream app guides you from your first bitcoin purchase to full self-custody, all inside one elegant, security-first Bitcoin experience.

Bitcoin isn’t waiting. This summer, take self-custody into your own hands. We’re giving away 2 Blockstream Jade Plus hardware wallets on Nostr: 🟢 100% open-source 🟢 Verifiable with Genuine Check 🟢 Built for a lifetime of Bitcoin security Want one? 1️⃣ Follow Blockstream 2️⃣ Retweet this post Winners announced on July 4th. Want to take action now? Visit the Blockstream Store and secure a Jade Plus hardware wallet today. https://store.blockstream.com/products/jade-plus

Bitcoin in pension funds is no longer a far-off dream. Blockstream CIO Sean Bill helped the first US pension fund adopt Bitcoin with a 1–3% allocation. @Adam Back explains the shift at iConnections NYC.

The Jade Plus Bitcoin hardware wallet takes a different approach to secure element designs. @Adam Back explains to @Stephan Livera how open-source flexibility, Bitcoin compatibility, and DIY options make the blind oracle PIN server a powerful self-custody model.

Tokenized assets. Corporate bonds. Bitcoin trades. Our CEO @Adam Back breaks down how the @Liquid Network upgrades Bitcoin’s settlement layer making it possible to trade without giving up custody. Captured live at iConnections in New York.

Jade Plus offers a level of security most Bitcoin hardware wallets don't. @npub15r8c...mk4g explains why your funds stay safe even if someone runs off with your wallet.

The new Blockstream app supports self-custody options like the Blockstream Jade hardware signing device, giving every Bitcoiner a secure way to manage everything from spending to long-term savings.

Blockstream App 5.0.4 is live! This update improves connectivity, UX, and device detection. Spotted a bug? Let us know your feedback helps us improve. Try it yourself. Visit blockstream.com/app and experience a Bitcoin self-custodial wallet with Layer 2 support and integration with the Jade hardware wallet. We unveiled it live at @The Bitcoin Conference - read the full launch recap. ⬇️

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Introducing the Blockstream App: The Bitcoin Wallet That Grows With You

Over the past decade, we’ve watched the Bitcoin ecosystem explode, with millions of new users onboarding and more ways to interact than ever befo...