Xverse Earn: Your Gateway to Earning Yield in Bitcoin & Stacks DeFi

Bitcoin’s market share in decentralized finance (DeFi) keeps growing, with around $6 billion in BTC locked across protocols. New apps and platforms for streamlining Bitcoin DeFi are also being launched and with each release, new capital flows in.

Xverse Earn is our latest contribution to Bitcoin DeFi, providing an all-in-one platform for earning yield on bitcoin–either through stacking STX or staking BTC (on BOB). 

In this guide, we cover everything you need to know about Xverse Earn, including what it is, what it offers, and how to stake and earn bitcoin.

What Is Xverse Earn?

Xverse Earn is the first non-custodial platform that allows you to stake BTC and stack STX on one unified web app. 

Launched as a non-custodial STX staking pool in June 2021, Xverse Earn is now expanding its product suite to make cross-chain yield generation easier than ever before.

So, in addition to providing you with the opportunity to earn native BTC by stacking STX, you can now also stake BTC via BOB (Build on Bitcoin) to earn yield. 

Currently, the Xverse Stacking pool has over 7,000 users worldwide and manages over $142 million staked STX, making it the largest stacking pool in operation. 

Now that you can also stake native BTC to earn staking rewards, you can say goodbye to switching from one platform to another by taking advantage of our unified, non-custodial staking dApp for Bitcoin and Stacks. 

What Can You Do on Xverse Earn?

Xverse Earn is a non-custodial, all-in-one platform where you can earn Bitcoin rewards by locking up STX and BTC. The locked tokens help support and maintain network security protocols; in exchange, you earn rewards for contributing to the protocol. 

Xverse Earn’s flagship product, Xverse Stacking, is the largest non-custodial STX stacking pool that lets you deposit STX tokens to earn rewards paid out in native BTC for contributing to Stacks’ Proof of Transfer (PoX) consensus protocol. 

In addition to stacking STX on Stacks, Xverse Earn now also supports cross-chain yield generation via BOB (Build on Bitcoin)—a hybrid Layer 2 that combines Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum’s flexibility.  

With BOB's 1-click DeFi feature, users can stake their native BTC directly into various DeFi positions. For instance, they can earn yield with liquid staking tokens such as SolvBTC.BBN or lend through wrapped assets like tBTC, all with a single BTC transaction. 

Secured by Bitcoin’s base layer, this hybrid Layer 2 solution leverages EVM compatibility to enable smart contracts and liquid staking, unlocking a range of DeFi use cases without compromising Bitcoin’s core principles of decentralization and security.

How to Stake BTC with BOB on Xverse Earn

Here’s how Bitcoin staking works on Xverse Earn.

• Step 1: Visit https://wallet.xverse.app/explore to access Xverse Earn.‍
• Step 2: Click on ‘Stake BTC’
• ‍Step 3: Browse the list of strategies, rewards, and the Total Value Locked (TVL) for each protocol to explore what Xverse Earn has to offer.
• ‍Step 4: Pick a suitable strategy and connect your EVM-compatible wallet and Xverse Wallet.
• ‍Step 5: Enter the amount of BTC you want to stake, tap the “Stake” button, and follow the prompts to get started.

And that’s it! You’ll start earning yield on your staked BTC almost immediately. 

Why Are We Excited About Xverse Earn? 

First and foremost, Xverse Earn brings more yield-generation opportunities to BTC holders who want to deploy capital to earn DeFi rewards–all in one web app. But that’s not all! 

Here are the reasons why we’re excited about Xverse Earn: 

Combining BTC and STX Staking Into One Seamless Hub

Bitcoin DeFi is still a rather fragmented market that requires you to switch from app to app or chain to chain to find what you’re looking for. 

By providing staking BTC and STX on a single unified interface, Xverse Earn eliminates the need to switch between multiple platforms. Additionally, you gain access to a wide range of Bitcoin DeFi applications, Layer 2 protocols, and yield-generation strategies.

Simplifying the Bitcoin DeFi Staking User Experience

Xverse Earn's mission is to make earning BTC rewards simple and seamless, where anyone can easily stake BTC and Bitcoin native assets, and maximize rewards effortlessly.  

At the same time, Xverse Earn saves you time by eliminating the hassle of switching between DeFi apps when taking part in cross-chain yield generation.

Giving You Full Ownership and Control of Your Assets

As a non-custodial staking platform, Xverse Earn gives you full ownership and control over your assets. By connecting your Xverse wallet and other EVM-compatible wallets, you can securely manage your coins and tokens without relying on a third party.

Start Earning Yield in Bitcoin on Xverse Earn

Whether you’re looking to earn up to 10% APY in BTC by stacking STX or want to explore yield-generation strategies on BOB by staking your BTC, Xverse Earn has your Bitcoin DeFi staking needs covered. 

Get started with Xverse Earn today—connect your wallet, stake your BTC, and start earning rewards in bitcoin.

‍Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We strongly encourage you to conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Any actions you take based on this content are at your own risk, and we are not responsible for any potential losses.