Ethereum layer-2 network StarkNet has announced plans to introduce Bitcoin staking by Q3 2025, aiming to unlock decentralized finance (DeFi) opportunities for Bitcoin users. This initiative falls under StarkNet’s efforts to accelerate the process of “Hyperbitcoinization.” The L2 network has already established itself as a scaling layer for both Bitcoin and Ethereum, paving the way for more DeFi possibilities on these respective networks. StarkNet’s move to integrate Bitcoin staking signifies a significant step towards connecting the Bitcoin ecosystem with the growing DeFi landscape. The network explains that this launch will provide Bitcoin users with a sustainable reward system while also enhancing its own security and offering valuable building blocks for developers.