As a staunch advocate of
#DeFi
, ALEX team always maintained that it can supersede centralized systems. As the world's wealth morphs into tokenized forms, the unrivalled security of
#Bitcoin
coupled with the cutting-edge tools we're developing at
#ALEX
will prove invaluable.
แค ALEX ๐ง THE Finance Layer on Bitcoin แคแคแค
๐ฃ Big moment! ALEX is featured in
@Cointelegraph
's illuminating piece, "An Expanding BRC-20 Exchange Fuels DeFi Boom on Bitcoin".
Dive in to explore how we're orchestrating the
#BRC20
ecosystem and spearheading solutions to security and liquidity
Happy
#IWD2023
๐โฅ๏ธ
Last year I honored my mother-in-law Merbi in Senegal
This year I celebrate her community and countless women
#DeFi
can benefit
@ALEXLabBTC
is giving away 10 unique
#OrdinalsNFT
by a Senegalese artist
See ๐
This International Women's Day I would like to honor my mother-in-law Merbi. Since meeting her, she's had a profound impact on my life and personal development.
Merbi was born in Senegal and married at a young age to a diplomat, my father-in-law, and has five children.
(1/18)
๐ Get ready for the world's First & Fastest
#DEX
for
#BRC20
!
Lightning-fast speeds โก, robust security ๐, and seamless integration with all Bitcoin L1 assets๐
Launch details, token listings, & special offers coming soon ๐
@ALEXLabBTC
@5eightandeight
@rachel_alexgo
@TO
1/ A simple explanation of what happened in the UK Gilt market yesterday, and why
#Bitcoin
is cheap hedge against financial instability (or catastrophe).
โจ ALEX DEX just hit a monumental milestone - $500,000,000 in transaction volume. This journey has been incredible, blending the power of Uniswap with Bitcoin. It's not just a platform; it's a movement.
Huge thanks to our passionate community, tireless team, and every believer
แค ALEX ๐ง THE Finance Layer on Bitcoin แคแคแค
-
@nvidia
Market Cap: ~$1.8T.
-
#Bitcoin
, the most secure network, market cap half Nvidia's
Nvidia can dilute shares via executive stock options. Bitcoin has no CEO, board, or execs in sight.
๐ฌ Here's what's cooking in our lab:
We're working on a
#BNB
Smart Chain (BSC) expansion for
#ALEXBridge
, aiming to provide even greater access to Bitcoin DeFi. Coming your way very soon! ๐ก๐
@ALEXLabBTC
@cz_binance
Criticism that the Alex team is building too much overlooks our execution track record and significant contributions we've made to the
#Bitcoin
#DeFi
ecosystem. Since 2022, we've built almost all DeFi primitives on
@Stacks
, establishing our dominance within the Stacks ecosystem.
In only 10 weeks ALEX trading volume has doubled from $500M to $1Bn ๐
Nakamoto isn't even here yet, are you ready for the
#BitcoinDeFi
? ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
๐ฌ Celebrating
@onditimoner
, one of the best documentary filmmakers of our time. Her remarkable talent in portraying complex, real-world stories is unmatched.
@LFHfilm
"Last Flight Home" and
@wlip
"We Live in Public" are my personal favorites.
๐ฅ Her latest gripping film,
With the latest reports from
@TheSpartanGroup
and
@OKX_Ventures
, it is undeniable that
@ALEXLabBTC
is a transformative force in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Serving as both a gateway and access point, it seamlessly integrates Bitcoin L1 with L2 solutions, enhancing DeFi's
Last Sunday, we promised fireworks. We delivered:
1. Launched the first Bitcoin Launchpad advisory with
@BTCFrontierFund
.
2. Formed dynamic partnerships with
@Bifrost
and
@SolvProtocol
.
3. Announced
@stx20stacks
trading on ALEX AMMโget ready!
4. Unveiled
@XLinkbtc
roadmapโour
Once we tokenize ~everything weโll need a place to trade them all. No way professional market makers or traditional exchanges can keep up. We need something automated and self-serve. Somethingโฆ decentralized . And if youโre looking to settle on the most decentralized,
Keep thinking of the Firebird. Our whole team is working non-stop to recover the funds and upgrade security measures. The plan to compensate users is a work in progress. Thank you to those who believe we will come out stronger. Thatโs the only way, the Alex way.
This is an unfortunate situation and here is the full report to all impacted users. Although some haters say we (two "Chinese" women) are not "trustworthy" in all of this, still, a lot of community members, friends, investors sent their goodwill and support.
This is a targetted
Bidding adieu to the wonderful London post an invigorating experience at
#BitcoinUnleashed
!
A heartfelt thanks to
@stacksfoundation
for the lively gathering. The resolve of Bitcoin builders amidst a challenging startup terrain is uplifting.
Post-event, had meaningful meetings
Don't mind me as I take a moment to reflect on our year at ALEX with you...
As the year draws to a close, I'm deeply moved by the extraordinary journey we've embarked on together. Your unwavering support has been the lifeblood of our ambitious endeavors at ALEX.
This year
Reality check: there are more bitcoins locked, issued & custodied on ETH, Tron & BNB than the combined capacities of Lightning, Liquid & Rootstock multiplied by 20.
All of these chains provide questionable security, but lower fees.
Bitcoin needs proper sidechains & rollups.
While the world queues up to announce their
#Runes
adoption, ALEX is all about the grindโbuilding, executing, delivering, not just empty words.
#justdoit
@ALEXLabBTC
@XLinkbtc
The number one question asked this weekend: 'I'm new to ALEX but don't have $STX, what do I do?'
Easy fix! Check out the Bitcoin bridge (). It lets you seamlessly use BTC in your wallet to swap for ALEX or other SIP10 tokens. ALEX takes care of the
Thrilled to see
@ALEXLabBTC
getting recognition in the 'Bitcoin Layers Report: Tapestry of a Trustless Financial Era - Dec 2023 Edition' ๐ฅ
'ALEX is preparing for all DeFi functionalities having recently surpassed 500M transaction volume...' (p.30)๐
'Projects like ALEX are at
Bitcoin could see growth in layer-2 ecosystem, drawing on Ethereum's experience, unlocking full potential, according to new report by blockchain investment and advisory firm
@TheSpartanGroup
&
@kyleellicott
- By
@JamieCrawleyCD
$BTC
๐ Calling all
#BRC20
projects! Get ready to list on ALEX!
๐ Fill out the form at
Experience CEX-style trading for your BRC20 tokens - as early as next week! Don't miss out! ๐ฅ
#Bitcoin
#DeFi
#B20ByALEX
Watching
@Stacks
bloom with dedicated builders is inspiring. ALEX's dominance marks our effort and foresight. Yet, we aim higher. Entering 2024, we're zooming in on Bitcoin assets, shifting ALEX into its next gear. It's more than progress; it's an acceleration towards
แค ALEX ๐ง THE Finance Layer on Bitcoin แคแคแค
๐ Q4's
@Stacks
report by
@messariCrypto
is out & it's electrifying!
๐ ALEX dominates in TVL growth, leading with groundbreaking solutions like AMM, DEX, & launchpad and
@XLinkbtc
Bridge, fueling DEX volume ๐.
With a keen eye on revolutionizing BRC-20 trading, ALEX is
A timely innovation in
#Bitcoin
DeFi, aBTC bridges Bitcoin with
@Stacks
L2, crafting a straightforward, yet efficient DeFi experience. Discover the uniqueness of aBTC, and how ALEX's Bitcoin Oracle and Bridge enhance security and simplicity in Bitcoin DeFi transactions.
Quiet doesn't mean idle. ๐ ๏ธ ALEX team is deep in the work:
๐ On-Chain Indexer with One click Peg-In: We're refining a robust solution to enhance security of BRC20 transaction to scale our infrastructure for Bitcoin's unique challenges.
๐ Rebranding: Beyond aesthetics, we're
Men in the zoom, questioning me: โWhy
@Stacks
????!!!!!!โ
Me: โOne doesn't come to Italy for niceness, one comes for life!โ
E.M. Forster.
Me: โ
@alexgoBtc
comes to
@Stacks
not because of where it is now, we come because it is going to great places.โ
As
@binance
pays $4.3B in penalties, let's not forget the hefty fines TradFi have paid over the years. From tax evasion to AML breaches, the finance world has its share of costly lessons.
-JPMorgan Chase (2013) - $13B: Overstated quality of mortgages
-Bank of America (2013) -
The sudden surge of users on
#ALEXBridge
and depositors on
#B20ByALEX
has highlighted bandwidth limitations on the Stacks network. These limitations have led to occasional hiccups with bridge traffic and orderbook reorganizations.
We hope/urge engineers at
@hirosystems
and
ALEX Bridge
Amid the rush of code and money,
ALEX bridge stands tall and brash,
Linking the worlds of old and new,
Where opportunities wait for me and you.
So let us cross this bridge with care,
And keep our human hearts aware,
That while the profits may be great,
It's love
1/ The overall market is undergoing a massive correction largely due to delayed FED hike trying to curb inflation. Tech is an interest rate sensitive sector. When rates increase, the value of those future earnings is greatly discounted.
Attention
#Bitcoin
Holders: Unlock Your BTC Full Potential!
1. Convert BTC to $aBTC: Bridge your Bitcoin to start
2. Use $aBTC to acquire $ALEX, even paying gas with $aBTC.
โก๏ธ
Your Bitcoin, now more powerful than ever!
Whether bear or bull, builders build. We're not just riding waves; we're creating them. ๐ ๏ธ๐
ALEX is shipping the world's First
#Bitcoin
Launchpad. It isn't just a product of today's market - it's the foundation for tomorrow's DeFi landscape.
Come build the future with us.
แค ALEX ๐ง THE Finance Layer on Bitcoin แคแคแค
๐ Alex is launching the first
#Bitcoin
-based Launchpad โ embark on a multichain DeFi revolution. ๐ฅ
โ Enhanced MultiChain Security: Trust in our advanced smart contract and multisig protocols for a solid DeFi foundation.
โ Transparent Access: Fair and open token launches are
๐The ALEX Bridge Mainnet has launched ๐
The first Bridge ever between
#Ethereum
and
@Stacks
layer is live
STX/sUSDT pool is open and ETH USDT <> sUSDT now linked
ALEX Bridge: All Roads Lead to
#Bitcoin
Weekendless at ALEX as we gear up for the Runes peg-in. Meanwhile,
@XLinkbtc
is quietly integrating with the first L2 outside of
@Stacks
. Amidst this,
@LisaLab_BTC
โs realm grows, hitting a 7M $STX TVL milestone.
Wait, did someone whisper liquid staking of other tokens??๐คฏ
The ALEX Team had a blast finalizing internal tests of our innovative multi-chain Bitcoin launchpad!
๐ Coming up: 100 white-listed public testers are invited to embark on this pioneering journey. Get ready to participate in the worldโs first
#BitcoinLaunchpad
experience,
I'm excited to witness the launch of
@XLinkbtc
, a project born from
@ALEXLabBTC
.
Explore Xlink at , featuring the Bitcoin Bridge which bridges Bitcoin from/to EVM world. It directly validates Bitcoin events, boosting security, simplifying interactions,
My guess is most haven't realized just how powerful
@XLinkbtc
is:
This Ultimate Bitcoin Layer 2 Bridge seamlessly connects Bitcoin L2 solutions. It simplifies asset transfers within the Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem, eliminating the hassle of moving back to the Bitcoin main chain for
Sunday thoughts
Recently, friends/fellow builders/investors have congratulated ALEX. Each time I find myself at a bit shy, uncertain how to respond. Think they meant to congratulate our survival of the harsh winter. With
@rachel_alexgo
@5eightandeight
and our small core team,
In less than an hour I will be talking about how
@ALEXLabBTC
plans to unlock the majority of all Bitcoin supply, currently held in addresses with small balances, to grow
#Bitcoin
Economy. Join me.
แค ALEX ๐ง THE Finance Layer on Bitcoin แคแคแค
Super excited our
@RuleBasedInvest
is going to be at the Building on Bitcoin virtual summit on 2/22 at 12:40pm EST session! She will dive into โAfter the ETF: Institutional Bitcoin 2.0โ with experts like Eliezer NDINGA from
@21Shares
,
@RasterlyRock
from
@BitwiseInvest
, and the
And for all the old friends who ventured beyond Stacks: our community is stronger and more vibrant than ever. With improved tools and shared wisdom, we're ready for exciting new chapters. We warmly welcome you back to join us in shaping a decentralized future on
#Bitcoin
.
Bitcoin L2s and Ordinals are gaining more interest. With that a lot of new users are discovering
@stacks
recently.
A quick guide for new users:
Stacks focuses on unlocking a Bitcoin economy. Imagine a Solana-like system but running with BTC as the asset.
๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฃ๐๐๐ญ
Letโs zoom out to see the big pictureโฆover a 12 month period:
โก๏ธNetflix down 61%
โก๏ธCathy Woodโs flagship ARK fund down 57%,
โก๏ธRobinhood down 72%
โก๏ธCoinbase down 75%
โก๏ธ
#Bitcoin
down 41% even after the $UST meltdown
@Stacks
is built on granite, not on sand. Bullish!
แค ALEX ๐ง THE Finance Layer on Bitcoin แคแคแค
Canโt believe it has been a year since our first Testnet.
Now we have built sound financial primitives and become the largest project on
@stacks
, the next chapter of
@ALEXLabBTC
:
Deliver
#Bitcoin
Value to Multi Chain.
Action packed Q4 2022!
ALEX ticks all the boxes. Built solid
#BitcoinDeFi
infra and primitives over past two years, healthy treasury, strong community, undiminished passion. 2024 is all about assets on Bitcoin for Bitcoin Economy.
@ALEXLabBTC
@XLinkbtc
@LisaLab_BTC
If you know a web3 project that,
- Survived the last 2 years of exchange,$, wallet hacks,
- Developed strong product over the last 2-4 years,
- Still has a treasury to build with,
- Strong social presence,
- Are still as excited as day 1,
- Not burnt out,
Would love to
1/ History doesn't always repeat itself but it often rhymes:
There are striking similarities between how George Soros "broke the Bank of England" in 1992 and yesterdayโs bank run against $UST.
What is
@Stacks
? What role will it play in the future of Bitcoin?
Weโre covering all things Stacks tomorrow with
@muneeb
(Stacks co-founder),
@hongkim__
(Bitwise CTO),
@Matt_Hougan
(Bitwise CIO), and
@singularity7x
(Bitwise Sr. Research Analyst).
1/2 ๐จ Partnership Alert: Xverse x LISA ๐จ
@XverseApp
a leading Bitcoin wallet with a $140M stacking pool joins forces with $LISA to bring a new Stacking experience to the
@Stacks
ecosystem.
As we anticipate
#Bitcoin
ETF approval, it's not just about price action. The big win is Integrating crypto into asset management, custodial services, and our broader regulatory tapestry.
This shift moves us towards a regulated, transparent crypto market. It's not just ETFs;
Me telling
@alexlmiller
how excited I am for the
#NakamotoUpgrade
on Stacks๐.
Envision the speed of
@solana
, now on
#Bitcoin
's sturdy foundation. With faster transactions and a trustless Bitcoin peg, the future of Bitcoin Economy is looking more vibrant than ever....
All upcoming Bitcoin L2s are building their own bridges
However, the better approach is to learn from the journey of Ethereum rollups and prioritize aggregated bridging
Aggregated bridging will solve many existing issues for Bitcoin L2s
๐August, capped with a blue moon, has been busy for ALEX. The team made great strides in expanding the Bitcoin economy:
๐ Integrated with
@okxweb3
DEX & Wallet, making BTC assets more accessible than ever.
๐ Enabled direct swaps on
@xverseApp
.
๐ Launched a decentralized
Where were you on ๐๏ธSeptember 15, 2008?
NEVER FORGET.......
On this day, Lehman collapsed. It marked a pivotal moment in the financial crisis. The largest bankruptcy in US history, it unveiled the vulnerabilities of the traditional financial system, leading to a global
11-month-olds are just learning to walk, but look at us with
#Bitcoin
! Ordinals and BRC20s have changed the game, and ALEX is at the forefront. ๐ Miss anyone on the map? Let us know below!
#BitcoinCommunity
แค ALEX ๐ง THE Finance Layer on Bitcoin แคแคแค
๐งOrdinals redefined
#Bitcoin
, turning it into an innovation hub while BRC20s added depth just 8 months in. With ALEX at the vanguard, we're charting new frontiers! ๐งก Did we forget anyone? Add them below and help us paint the full picture!
#BitcoinCommunity
๐
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ๐ข๐ข
Here's the latest update on ALEX regarding Stacks SIP-023:
๐Bridge: The bridge is unaffected by SIP-023 and remains operational.
๐คSwap: SIP-023 will be activated at Bitcoin block 788,240 (within the next 24 hours).
To avoid prolonged trading
No more overburdening the
#Bitcoin
chain, my friend
@z3thnft
. Let's take trading to L2. ๐
#B20ByALEX
is the world's first and fastest orderbook DEX, combining the best of L1 and L2.
While
#Bitcoin
is on its way to becoming the global payment system, now more than ever, itโs important to understand the macro economic environment.
1/4
Guess you forgot
@alexgoBtc
, the biggest defi protocol on
@Stacks
with DEX, lend/borrow, launch pad and on its way to offer passive bitcoin yield?
@danheld
@muneeb
?
At Alex, our commitment to building in
#Bitcoin
Finance is recognized by the market. We see innovation as the true source of value, not obsessing over tick-to-tick price movements.
@ALEXLabBTC
@XLinkbtc
@LisaLab_BTC
(and more on the wayโฆ)
๐Have you noticed what
@ALEXLabBTC
has built?
Now you can jointly participate in Defi using all BTC across Bitcoin, Stacks, BSC and ETH chain.
All
#Bitcoin
ย L2s will have their own wrapped version of bitcoin.
@XLinkbtc
is in the best position to aggregate all the liquidity.
Hallo Alexians, today, we have some news to share:
1. XLink's Strategic Partnership with Cobo:
@XLinkbtc
is teaming up with
@Cobo_Global
and
@Coincoverglobal
! This partnership is a game-changer for our Bitcoin DeFi efforts. By integrating Cobo's MPC custody tech and Coincover's
Did you know that the
@XLinkbtc
team is at the forefront of integrating
#Bitcoin
L2 solutions? They are in collaboration with
@BotanixLabs
for EVM compatibility and
@BSquaredNetwork
for zk-rollups. The mission: broaden Bitcoin's reach for universal scalability. Expect a series of