what's arch network?
Arch Network is a Bitcoin-native application platform that enables the development of decentralized applications (dApps) and DeFi protocols directly on Bitcoin's base layer without requiring bridges or wrapped assets. It utilizes the ArchVM, a novel execution environment tailored to Bitcoin's UTXO model, allowing for modular and composable smart contracts while preserving Bitcoin's core security and liquidity principles. Key features include trustless spot swaps, pre-confirmations for sub-second responses with rollback protection, and seamless settlement of contracts as native BTC transactions. The platform supports real-world assets (RWAs) by tying positions to Bitcoin's network, reducing custodian risks and enabling efficient lending, trading, and yield generation. Arch aims to unlock Bitcoin's programmability, making it competitive with other blockchains in terms of speed and functionality without compromising its foundational trust model.
Arch Network features a Rust-based ZKVM (ArchVM) with Solana-inspired parallel execution and eBPF.
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x.com/archntwrkUses Rust-based zero-knowledge virtual machine (ArchVM) inspired by Solana's SVM with parallel execution capabilities and extended Berkeley Packet Filter (eBPF) execution environment.
Uses a FROST plus ROAST threshold signature scheme for Bitcoin transaction settlement.
RFS Program launches offering $150K funding for builders, and VoltFi joins the ecosystem as a derivatives platform.
Autara Finance integrates Chaos Labs oracles into their lending/borrowing system on Arch Network, enabling sub-second price updates and institutional-grade risk data for Bitcoin-native finance.
$40M raised for ecosystem apps in addition to the previously reported $20M chain funding. Saturn_btc AMM goes live on testnet as the first AMM on Bitcoin's base layer, HoneyB secures billions in RWA commitments from asset managers, and Gauntlet onboards as risk partner with 30+ validators now operational.
Testnet reaches over 50 million transactions processed, with funding from Pantera and Multicoin Capital confirmed as part of the previously reported $20M raise.
Token Generation Event expected to take place before the end of 2025.
User count reaches over 150k, up from 100k previously reported.
BUMPbtc token launchpad goes live on Arch Network last week, marking the start of Bitcoin's onchain token economy.
Autara Finance integrates Chaos Labs price oracles on Arch Network, enabling sub-second, manipulation-resistant pricing for BTC lending.
BTC TVL grows 20x year-over-year while 100k KYC'd users register for token sales, and Cypher Capital participates in $20M funding round.
Saturn AMM on testnet has processed millions of swaps, demonstrating significant traction. Testing begins for mini games integration with Puppets/$PUPS project.
Project secured $20M funding from Pantera and Multicoin Capital, with Token Generation Event (TGE) and centralized exchange listings planned alongside mainnet launch.
Testnet surpasses 100,000 wallets with confirmed integrations for Xverse, Unisat, and Ledger wallets, while HoneybeeBTC is confirmed as an ecosystem application alongside Saturn and Autara Finance.
Platform enables lending and borrowing functionality allowing users to borrow against their native BTC with settlement directly on Bitcoin.
Mainnet launch timing indicated as imminent in Manifesto promotion tweet.
Saturn testnet is live and functional, enabling users to swap native Bitcoin assets directly on the Bitcoin network without bridging.
Two new team members join the Arch Network team: @nftboi_ and @treeonchain in recently announced positions.
Raised $20M in funding with backing from Pantera Capital, with token launch expected this quarter.
Manifesto signing campaign includes airdrop eligibility signals based on parachute emoji usage. Key ecosystem assets identified as $PUPS, $DOG, $MIM, Nodes, Puppets, Shrooms, and OMB, with Runes as token standard and Ordinals as NFT standard.
Manifesto launches after 18-month silent build period, featuring wallet-signing mechanism for community members to join the movement.
Brand refresh launches with updated visuals and messaging, positioning as "the new Arch" with sharper design and stronger brand voice.
Platform targets institutional-grade real-world assets including private credit, tokenized bonds, and real estate with Bitcoin-denominated yield products offering 4-8% APY baseline and has unannounced partnerships with traditional finance entities in development.
Saturn_btc DEX builds on the execution platform to operate directly on Bitcoin's base layer.
Platform aims to help Bitcoin holders reduce U.S. tax bills through BTC mining investments per CoinDesk.
Testnet metrics show 40K+ users, 25+ live protocols, 330K+ signups, and 59K+ transactions on VoltFi Labs DEX. Complete funding round details reveal $20M raised ($7M seed, $13M Series A) at $200M valuation with Multicoin Capital and CMS Holdings joining Pantera Capital as investors.
Mainnet launch approaches with the development environment now ready for builders.
Project received $13M Series A funding from Pantera Capital.
DPI Capital announces investment in the ecosystem, with General Partner Brent Fisher publicly sharing their backing of the project's builders.
Strategy leadership position filled by early angel investor in the project with background in Bitcoin infrastructure and DeFi investments.
Arch network is listed among Bitcoin network projects planning a Token Generation Event (TGE) in Q4, indicating the upcoming token launch timing.
Loancyborg demonstrates how ecosystem primitives built on Arch enable earning and settling directly in BTC for the first time in Bitcoin DeFi.
The joint presentation "No Bridges" with Four Pillars at Korea Blockchain Week resulted in a "big win" with prizes awarded during the live event.
Partnership announced with Four Pillars, with joint presentation titled "No Bridges" at Korea Blockchain Week.
First Korean market expansion event scheduled during Korea Blockchain Week with FourPillarsFP partnership, including live demos.
Developer livestream scheduled for tomorrow at 1pm Eastern to demonstrate 15-minute local environment setup and Bitcoin development tools.
Partnership discussion with Chintai Nexus focuses on implementing Real World Assets (RWAs) on Bitcoin.
New MEV capture system redistributes transaction ordering premiums to market participants instead of arbitrage bots.
Native smart contracts create sustainable fee market to replace Bitcoin miner block subsidies, ensuring long-term network security.
Senior marketing leadership position open with Galaxy Ventures backing, showing institutional support and growth.
New yield farming opportunity: 39%+ real yield available on AF Curve Pool with 0.5% fixed tBTC borrowing rate.
Listed as featured DApp in UniSat Mobile App's revamped DApp Center.
New implementation reduces Bitcoin transaction times from 10 minutes to seconds while cutting fees by nearly 100%
New cross-program invocation feature enables interoperability between Bitcoin DeFi applications, breaking previous isolation barriers.
Protocol enables smart contracts and native applications on Bitcoin, expanding base layer functionality.
Now listed and trading on Kraken exchange.
Launches first permissionless, fully scalable signer sets for Bitcoin L2, eliminating reliance on centralized validators.
Enters Bitcoin Runes marketplace through Saturn partnership, competing with Magic Eden and others.
First Real World Asset platform launching on Bitcoin through partnership with Chintai.
Cross-chain Bitcoin-Arch pools launch enables direct base layer Bitcoin productivity for Arch assets.
Network launch scheduled for second half of 2025.
Bitcoin yield algorithm generates +21.87% YTD (1H) and +20.16% YTD (6H) returns through BTC volatility trading, with Gemini partnership.
Major VC Pantera Capital invests in protocol enabling native Bitcoin DeFi smart contracts.
Secures $13M Series A funding round led by Pantera Capital for Bitcoin DeFi development.
Secures $13M Series A funding round led by Pantera Capital for blockchain infrastructure development.
$13M Series A funding round completed, led by Pantera Capital.
$13M Series A funding secured at $200M valuation, with mainnet launch scheduled for June 29th.
Series A funding round closes with Pantera Capital, marking significant institutional backing.
Consensus mechanism now supports dynamic validator sets, enabling greater decentralization than 14-signer competitor protocols.
Team actively supporting project launches in Dubai ahead of upcoming mainnet deployment.
First trustless testnet AMM swap and next-gen Titan indexer launch on Bitcoin ecosystem.
New memecoin launchpad and AMM launches on Base network with Bitcoin yield features.
New Runes-L2 trading platform launches with USDC integration and active liquidity pools, showing immediate trading traction and early profits.
Platform launches June 29th with native runes trading and smart contract functionality. Slingshot exchange listing imminent with USD on/off ramps.
Built-in protection against mempool sniping prevents loss of valuable NFTs during minting process.
Bitcoin Core's OP_CAT delay maintains project's position as sole provider of native Bitcoin programmability.
New partnership with Spicenet enables risk-free cross-chain Bitcoin transactions without wallet switching.
Major v0.4.0 release introduces snapshot system overhaul and RPC/API improvements, enhancing protocol performance.
Building decentralized execution engine for Bitcoin without wrapping or bridging, focusing on programmable execution capabilities.
Building UTXO-based Rust VM for Bitcoin dApps with Solana-like speeds. Team includes former OpenBazaar developer, Kraken PM, and Ethereum Foundation developer.