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LET A THOUSAND FLOWERS BLOOM We are funding multiple external independent organizations with the intention of helping make the overall funding landscape even more robust than it is today. opensats.org/blog/let-a-tho…
Ensuring that bitcoin use remains private and secure requires ongoing development, and OpenSats grantees are at the forefront of this effort. OpenSats is dedicating the next few months to highlighting the innovative work of our grantees. opensats.org/blog/developin…
TWELFTH WAVE OF BITCOIN GRANTS This round features five first-time grants and seven grant renewals for ongoing efforts that continue to deliver meaningful results. opensats.org/blog/twelfth-w…
TWELFTH WAVE OF NOSTR GRANTS We are pleased to announce our latest wave of grants supporting the nostr ecosystem as it evolves to become more versatile and resilient. opensats.org/blog/twelfth-w…
ADVANCEMENTS IN DEVELOPER TRAINING OpenSats supports education initiatives that lower barriers to entry, build contributor skills, and strengthen the open-source Bitcoin ecosystem. opensats.org/blog/advanceme…
LONG-TERM SUPPORT FOR SNOWCAIT SnowCait's focus is to improve the nostr's usability, reliability, and accessibility for users, and developers. opensats.org/blog/snowcait-…
ELEVENTH WAVE OF BITCOIN GRANTS From open source mining hardware and protocol scripting improvements to p2p exchange protocols and privacy preserving payment tools, these projects are building critical components for a more robust bitcoin ecosystem. opensats.org/blog/elevent-w…
OPENSATS IMPACT REPORT: ADVANCEMENTS IN LIGHTNING INFRASTRUCTURE OpenSats grantees are at the forefront of building this foundational infrastructure to enhance the Lightning Network's liquidity, interoperability, testing, and security. opensats.org/blog/advanceme…
ELEVENTH WAVE OF NOSTR GRANTS This round includes support for projects focused on decentralized live streaming, off-grid connectivity, web-of-trust infrastructure, private messaging, and open tools for game development. opensats.org/blog/eleventh-…
FOURTH WAVE OF EDUCATION GRANTS Whether training the next generation of developers in local languages, creating censorship-resistant content, or expanding grassroots curriculum, each project in this wave aims to empower individuals and communities. opensats.org/blog/fourth-wa…
TENTH WAVE OF NOSTR GRANTS •Chachi •Zapstore •HyperNote •Nostr Epoxy •Futr •Npub Cash •Notedeck opensats.org/blog/10th-wave…
TENTH WAVE OF BITCOIN GRANTS This round includes three first time grants showcasing promising developments in self custody, lightning financial tools, and developer sustainability. opensats.org/blog/tenth-wav…
Today, Bitwise is donating $150,000 to support Bitcoin open-source developers, who work tirelessly to secure and maintain the network. When the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF ($BITB) launched, we committed to donating 10% of its gross profits each year. We’re delighted to make good on that…
NINTH WAVE OF BITCOIN GRANTS This round of grants features a range of initiatives, each offering unique contributions to bitcoin development and practical applications. opensats.org/blog/ninth-wav…
ADDITIONAL GRANTS FOR BITCOIN CORE CONTRIBUTORS Each grantee will focus on key aspects of Bitcoin Core, from enhancing the Initial Block Download (IBD) process and optimizing database performance to deepening code reviews and improving test coverage. opensats.org/blog/more-for-…
2024 YEAR IN REVIEW Our goal is to be the most efficient, transparent, and effective global charity in the world. This mission is only possible because we run on a bitcoin standard. This year we took a massive step forward. Next year we go bigger. 🫡 opensats.org/blog/2024-year…
NINTH WAVE OF NOSTR GRANTS The five projects in this funding wave are: - AlgoRelay - Pokey - Nostr Safebox - Persian NIPs - LumiLumi opensats.org/blog/9th-wave-…
RENEWING OUR COMMITMENT TO BITCOIN Over the past two years, we have made 41 announcements highlighting our commitment to support contributors and projects working to not only grow the Bitcoin ecosystem but also make it more resilient and robust. opensats.org/blog/renewing-…
What is required is a neutral protocol; a protocol that is truly open in terms of usage and development alike; a protocol that does not discriminate, just like bitcoin does not discriminate. opensats.org/blog/doubling-…
