Mintlayer Announcements

🚨 Attention Node Operators 🚨

Mintlayer V1.0.1 is here! 🌟 All nodes must be upgraded before Jan 15 to ensure compatibility with the upcoming hard fork.

This update brings Native BTC Atomic Swaps, paving the way for our trustless DEX.

https://www.mintlayer.org/download

⏳ Time's running out, Node Operators! ⚠️

Version 1.0.1 is here with crucial network stability enhancements. Update your nodes to Mintlayer V1.0.1 by January 15 to stay compliant.

👇 Grab the update here:

https://www.mintlayer.org/download

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🌟 Mintlayer 2024: Year-End Development Recap 🌟

Hello Mintlayer Fam! 🤗

Time to reflect on a year of innovation! 🌟 Discover how Mintlayer's groundbreaking mainnet launch and developments in #DeFi have set new standards in blockchain tech in 2024.

Here’s a brief overview:

🔹 Mainnet Launch: We launched the Mintlayer mainnet, setting a new standard in blockchain with our genesis block on January 29.

🔹 DeFi Enhancements: We've enhanced the Mojito Wallet and Mintlayer Blockexplorer and introduced innovative Atomic Swaps.

🔹 Native Cross-Chain Swaps (Atomic Swaps): Atomic Swaps are live on Mintlayer’s Testnet with Mainnet Launch and Version 1.0.0 going live on January 15th.

🔹 ZK Thunder Network Progress: Made strides with Salus in developing our Layer 3 solution for high-speed, EVM-compatible scaling.

🔹 Pulsar Consensus Released: Detailed in our comprehensive white paper, setting new benchmarks for blockchain efficiency and security.

🔗 Dive deeper into our 2024 journey and the exciting road ahead:

👉 Read the Full Recap

Thank you for your support as we continue to innovate and expand the Mintlayer ecosystem into 2025 and beyond! 🚀

🥇 Early Player Rewards are Here! 😃

Recently, we launched our Telegram mini-app game with @ArenaGames 🎮, and the community’s reception has been incredible!

As both teams work together to introduce more features (like Mojito Wallet Integration 😉) that simplify user onboarding to Mintlayer, we want to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU to our amazing community. Your support from day one means the world to us, and here’s a token of our appreciation for joining us early:

1. Find your name on the list. Bit.ly/EarlyPlayersML 👀
2. Make sure to connect your Mojito Wallet in the task center ✅
3. Rewards will be distributed on Dec 27th—ensure your wallet is connected by Dec 26th to avoid missing out! 💰

⚠️ Attention Node Operators ⚠️

Version 1.0.1 is out with updated network stability improvements.

✅ All Node Operators are required to update their nodes to Mintlayer V1.0.1 before January 15.

👇 Download V1.0.1 Now 👇

https://www.mintlayer.org/download

💥 BTC just shattered the $100K barrier! 💥

This historic moment sets the stage for projects within the Bitcoin ecosystem to soar 🚀

Hope our community is ready for a Bitcoin DeFi Future 😜

📢 $ML Coin Milestone Alert 📢

Over 90M $ML coins are now staked on Mintlayer!

🚀 Let's push for 100M!

Join the already 5000+ delegations and achieve an amazing 58% APY 🤑

Stake now and join our growth journey! 💪

⚠️ Important Notice - Node Operators ⚠️

🖥 All Node Operators are required to update their nodes to Mintlayer V1.0.0 before January 15.

✅ This is a mandatory update as it will be a hard fork of the Mintlayer network.

📩 Download V1.0.0 Now 📩

📚 Learn about Mintlayer's Novel Consensus Model 📚

We're excited to announce the publication of our comprehensive white paper on the 🫀 Pulsar Consensus Model on arXiv.org!

This publication details our groundbreaking proof of stake consensus used in Mintlayer's blockchain, offering a unique blend of security, scalability, and energy efficiency.

Why Pulsar?
✅ Enhanced security and scalability
✅ Environmental efficiency beyond traditional PoW models
✅ Dynamic node participation adapting to real-time network changes

Innovations in Pulsar:
🔷Cryptography: Utilizing cutting-edge techniques including Schnorr signatures for heightened security.
🔷Verifiable Random Function (VRF): Ensuring fair and secure block producer selection.
🔷Advanced Network Design: Optimized for low latency and high availability.

Whether you're a developer, a researcher, or just a blockchain aficionado, this paper provides valuable insights into the advanced technologies driving Mintlayer's development.

Head to the blog for a quick summary:
📚 Blog Summary

Dive Deep on the Full White Paper:
📖 Full Paper

✨🎉 Mintlayer Version 1.0.0 Update Announcement 🎉✨

We're thrilled to inform you that Mintlayer's Version 1.0.0 will go live on January 15th!

🥂 This marks a significant milestone with the introduction of ⚛️ Native BTC Cross-Chain Swaps (Atomic Swaps) to our mainnet. This release not only lays the foundation for our Atomic Swap DEX but also enhances the trading functionalities to empower a more dynamic DeFi ecosystem.

Dive deeper into what’s coming:

👉 Read the Full Article 👈


⚠️ Important Notice
For Node Operators to ensure a seamless upgrade and make the most of Version 1.0.0, all node operators are required to update their nodes before January 15. This is a mandatory update due to the hard fork.

📩 Download V1.0.0 Now 📩

Stay tuned as we continue to build the future of decentralized finance together, and thank you for your unwavering support!

— The Mintlayer Team

#BTCfi #Atomicswaps #BitcoinDeFi

⏳ Time's ticking!

Remember qualify for the $ATMQ Airdrop, you need to stake $ML coins for at least 10 days.

Start staking now to not miss out on your share of 5M $ATMQ!

Secure your rewards today! 🚀

🔗 Stake now: https://mintlayer.org/staking

🙏 We need your help? Just had some questions on Lightning Network ⚡️

Help us by answering on X:

📍 https://x.com/dn2k/status/1855890857427124378

⏳ There's still time to get in on the $ATMQ airdrop!

🥩Stake your $ML now to secure your share of the rewards. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your holdings!

🔗 Start staking today:

https://mintlayer.org/staking

🚀 The $ATMQ Airdrop #2 Observation Period starts today! 📅

🌟 Start staking $ML coins now to secure your share of 5M $ATMQ tokens! Remember, your rewards depend on how much and how long you stake.

🔗 Begin staking here: https://mintlayer.org/staking

Eligibility Requirements:
💰 5M $ATMQ tokens up for grabs
⏳ Observation: Nov 1-30, 2024
🔒 Vest: 3-month cliff, 12-month equal vest
✅ Eligibility: Stake 100+ $ML for 10+ days in the period

⚠️ Important Note: Airdrop rewards will proportional to the total amount and total duration staked during the observation period. Please ensure your delegated pools are active, as staking in decommissioned pools disqualifies you from receiving rewards.

🙏 Be patient as Atomiq DeFi's upcoming $ATMQ TGE, will be announced in the coming months .

But stay tuned for more $ATMQ airdrops and opportunities ahead!

🌟 Mintlayer Development Update Alert! 🌟

This autumn, we've made exciting strides on the Testnet and ZK Thunder Network. Here’s a quick overview of what we’ve accomplished:

🧪 Testnet: Update will be open to the public in the coming days

🔶Core Node Update: Release of Mintlayer core version 0.7.0, paving the way for mainnet enhancements.

🔶HTLC Smart Contracts: Integration for BTC on Testnet, enabling secure, trustless atomic swaps.

🔶 Peer-to-Peer DEX: Launch on Testnet for direct exchanges of Mintlayer assets, boosting security and autonomy.

😉 To learn about updates to ZK Thunder Network L3 and Mojito wallet progress head to the read the full update.

Dive deeper into our progress by reading our full October Development Update:

📍 https://www.mintlayer.org/blogs/october-2024-mintlayer-development-update

🎮🕒 Important Update for All Players! 🕒🎮

⏰ Starting at 12:00 AM UTC today, our Telegram Mini App leaderboard will reset. From this reset for the following week, your in-game XP which will now be counted towards our weekly giveaways and more! More details on rewards to follow.

🌟 Stay Alert for More! 🌟
Keep an ear out for upcoming announcements with even bigger rewards heading your way. We're just getting started and have plenty more in store to enhance your gaming experience!

🎁 Start playing now and make every XP count!

👉 https://t.me/mintlayergame_bot 👈

🌟 $ATMQ Airdrop #2 for $ML coin Stakers! 🌟

5M in $ATMQ will be rewarded for those to Stake $ML Coins!

Eligibility Requirements:
💰 5M $ATMQ tokens up for grabs
⏳ Observation: Nov 1-30, 2024
🔒 Vest: 3-month cliff, 12-month equal vest
✅ Eligibility: Stake 100+ $ML for 10+ days in the period

⚠️ Important Note: Airdrop rewards will proportional to the total amount and total duration staked during the observation period. Please ensure your delegated pools are active, as staking in decommissioned pools disqualifies you from receiving rewards.

🙏 Be patient as Atomiq DeFi's upcoming $ATMQ TGE, will be announced in the coming months .

But stay tuned for more $ATMQ airdrops and opportunities ahead!

👉 https://mintlayer.org/staking

#Mintlayer #Airdrop #Crypto #DeFi #Blockchain

🎤 We're thrilled to announce that our CMO, Mariangel , will be taking the stage at #BinanceBlockchainWeek in Dubai, October 30-31!

📍Meet us in Dubai for insightful discussions and networking. Don't miss out!

✨🎙 Twitter Space Today with Arena Games! 🎙✨

Join us for an exciting conversation alongside Arena Games and other leading web3 projects. We'll be discussing the future of Telegram Mini Apps.

🗓 When: Today! October 24 at 4 PM UTC
🔗 Where: Join us on X Spaces

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🥳 Celebrating Over 80 Million $ML Staked with an $ATMQ Airdrop! 🥳

💪 We've hit a significant milestone with over 80 million ML coins, valued at $11 million USD, now staked on Mintlayer. This milestone cements our status as a leading Bitcoin Layer 2 solution in terms of Total Value Locked (TVL). To celebrate, we’re launching an $ATMQ token airdrop for our $ML coin stakers.

Current staking stats:
🔶 64% APY
🔷 83 million $ML coins staked
🔶 4,850 delegations across
🔷 363 active pools

Airdrop #2 Details:
📈 5M $ATMQ tokens available
⏳ Observation period: Nov 1 - Nov 30, 2024
💸 Vesting: 3-month cliff + 12-month equal vest
✅ Eligibility: Stake 100+ $ML for 10+ days during the observation period

⚠️ Important Note: The airdrop distribution will be proportional to the amount and duration of $ML staked during the observation period. Please ensure your delegated pools are active, as staking in decommissioned pools disqualifies you from receiving rewards.

🙏 Please be patient as Atomiq DeFi finalizes the dates for the $ATMQ Token Generation Event (TGE). They are carefully monitoring market conditions to ensure optimal timing. Stay tuned for updates.

This is just the beginning—get ready for more $ATMQ airdrops and additional earning opportunities! 😉

🚨 Mintlayer Node Update - v0.7.0 Released! 🚨

Testnet users, please update your nodes ASAP! We’ll be upgrading the testnet on Mon, Oct 28th, introducing new DEX features (orders) 🚀.

✅ Why is this important?
🔷 Keeps the network stable
🔷 Access the latest features & improvements


Keeping your node updated is essential for network health and participation in our Testnet! 🌐

👇 Download 👇
https://github.com/mintlayer/mintlayer-core/releases

#Mintlayer #NodeUpdate #Testnet

🐸 Join Our Partner Arena Games 🐸

By checking out Arena Games Froggy Jump Tournament!

✅ Play the game and enter Tournament, compete for prizes based on xp earned.

Check out there full tweet for all the details:

👉 https://x.com/Arenaweb3/status/1845894847523443197

🎮🚀 Our Telegram Mini Game is Now Live! 🚀🎮

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new Telegram mini app, developed in collaboration with our partners at Arena Games! Dive into a world of fun, challenge yourself, and earn rewards as you play.

🔗 Join the game now: https://t.me/mintlayergame_bot

Why Play?
🔶Earn XP: Engage daily, level up, and boost your skills.
🔶Get Rewards: Play and earn with reward incentives!

Exciting Incentives Coming Up Will Include:
🚀 5M Atomiq DeFi Airdrop: Don't miss out on our huge airdrop events.
🎁 Monthly $ML Giveaway: Regular chances to win big every month.
🏆 Weekly Giveaways: Stay active and keep winning.
🌱 Daily XP Farming: Earn and grow your experience every day.

While we're kicking things off we don’t have the full details ready on how our incentive structure works but just be sure that we will release more details in the following weeks! We will continue to update you with more details on the rewards and how you can maximize your gains.

Don't just watch—jump in and start playing today! Let's make gaming rewarding. 🎉

#MintlayerGaming #TelegramMiniGame #PlayToEarn

💫✨ We're gearing up for Blockchain Life 2024 ✨ 💫

🤝 Join our founder Enrico, CMO Mariangel and other team members on Oct 22-23.

Be sure to come say hi and chat with us about all things crypto. Plus get connect with other top leaders in the space.

Remember to use 🎟 promo code 'Mintlayer' when registering for a discount!

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Join us at UAE Web3 Fest! 🎇

🌟 Our very own Enrico Rubboli will be speaking alongside our partners Crypto Oasis UAE from Oct 12-17.

Don't miss out on his insights on the state of our industry.

🎟 Register now:

https://lu.ma/web3fest

🌟 September 2024 Dev Update 🌟

We're excited to share our latest development update for September 2024. This month, we've made significant progress across our platform, including updates to the Mintlayer core, the ZK Thunder Network, and our Block Explorer. We've also enhanced our mobile and browser wallets to improve your experience.

👀 Read all about our advancements and what’s coming next:

📍 https://www.mintlayer.org/blogs/september-2024-mintlayer-development-update

🚨 Attention Mintlayer Node Operators! 🚨

Update to v0.6.2 immediately! Includes improvements for Testnet Nodes sync

To resync:
1. Upgrade to 0.6.2
2. Use --clean-data flag on first restart

Stay synced, stay secure! 🔒

📩 Download:

https://github.com/mintlayer/mintlayer-core/releases/tag/v0.6.2

🚨 Mintlayer Node Operators 🚨

We've recently forked our Testnet with the release of v0.6.1.

If you're running a Testnet node, immediate action is required:

1. Upgrade to version 0.6.1 immediately
2. Important: If you're running an old version, you're now on a different branch
3. To properly re-sync your node, use the --clean-data flag at least for the first restart

🔗 Download v0.6.1 here: https://github.com/mintlayer/mintlayer-core/releases/tag/v0.6.1


✅ Why is this important?
- Ensures you're on the correct network branch
- Maintains network stability
- Gives you access to the latest features and improvements

Remember, keeping your node updated is crucial for the health of the Mintlayer network and for your participation in our Testnet.

Stay synced, stay secure! 🔒

✨💫 Partnership Announcement ✨💫

Mintlayer 🌱 x Arena Games 🕹

We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with Arena Games, a cutting-edge platform that's revolutionizing gaming by integrating blockchain technology, play-to-earn mechanics, and NFTs!

Together, we’ll be pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Exciting things are on the horizon... stay tuned! 🚀🎮

More details coming soon! 🔥

Learn More about Arena Games:

Twitter | Website | Telegram |

#Mintlayer #ArenaGames #BlockchainGaming #NFTGaming

📢 Reminder: Mintlayer Testnet Upgraded! 📢

We’ve just completed a major update to our Testnet, introducing HTLC support for Bitcoin-Mintlayer Atomic Swaps!

⚛️ This is a huge step forward in testing and development, and we’re excited to see the results unfold.

Over the next few weeks of testing, we will frequently release new Testnet versions, so make sure to keep your nodes updated to stay ahead of the curve! 🚀

🔧 Please ensure your Testnet nodes are up to date to take full advantage of the new features and help us test the improvements prior to there release on the Mainnet.

🚨 Mintlayer Release 0.6.1 is Now Live! 🛠

We’ve just fixed an issue we discovered on the testnet (Note: the mainnet remains unaffected). To ensure you’re up-to-date and ready for smoother operations, we highly encourage everyone to download and update to the latest version.

🔗 Download here: https://github.com/mintlayer/mintlayer-core/releases/tag/v0.6.1

Stay ahead of the curve and keep your nodes updated!

🚀 Mintlayer Core: New Release v0.6.0 Announcement

⚠️ Important: Node Upgrade Required
- All users (testnet and mainnet) are urged to upgrade their nodes to v0.6.0
- Upgrading ensures network compatibility and access to new features
- Please update as soon as possible to maintain network stability

🔥 Testnet Hard Fork

- Height: 297,550
- Estimated Date: 19th, morning CET
- New Features:
1. HTLC Smart Contract
- Enables cross-chain atomic swaps
- Potential support for Lightning Network
2. ANYONECANTAKE Output
- Facilitates trades within the Mintlayer network

🔒 Trezor Support

- Now supported (requires custom firmware flash)

📦 New Build System

Choose your preferred option:

1. Mintlayer Node
2. Mintlayer Node GUI

Available Platforms:
- Windows
- Mac (M1/M2)
- Mac (Intel)
- Linux (ARM)
- Linux (x86)

Distribution Methods:
- Docker (Non-GUI)
- Compressed package (.tar.gz for Linux, .zip for Mac/Windows)
- Linux: Debian, Ubuntu, RedHat packages
- Windows Installer (GUI only)
- DMG for Mac (GUI only)

Download v0.6.0 in the format that best suits your needs and upgrade your node today!

🌟 August 2024 Mintlayer Development Update 🌟

We're thrilled to share that August has been a monumental month for us.

🎉 We've successfully launched Version 0.6.0 on our testnet, marking a major milestone as we approach the complete vision of Mintlayer.

Highlights of this release include:
🔶 Native Bitcoin Atomic Swaps on Testnet: Secure and decentralized swaps are now on Testnet.
🔷 Note: Atomic Swap GUI coming soon.
🔶 Enhancements in Mintscript and API: For smoother and more secure transactions.
🔷Progress on ZK Thunder Network: Our Layer 3 solution is almost ready, promising EVM compatibility and enhanced scalability.

As we gear up for the full launch, stay tuned for more updates and prepare for a whole new level of blockchain functionality!

Check out the detailed development update here 👇:

https://www.mintlayer.org/blogs/august-2024-mintlayer-development-update

🌟 Mintlayer's New Website is Officially LIVE! ⭐️

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our completely revamped website! 🎉 With a sleek, modern interface and enhanced user-friendly navigation, Mintlayer.org is now better than ever.

🔹 What’s New?
🔸Sleek, modern design
🔸Enhanced navigation for a seamless user experience
🔸Fresh content and features

🛠 Whether you're exploring #BitcoinDeFi, staking $ML, or learning about our latest developments, it's all easier to access and more engaging.

👁‍🗨 Check out our new look and let us know what you think!

👉 Visit now: www.mintlayer.org 👈

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