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      Stacks Expands Institutional Bitcoin Staking Program Ahead of Genesis Bond Launch

      Stacks has announced the addition of another institutional participant to its Bitcoin staking program, enhancing its self-custodial staking initiative ahead of the anticipated launch of the Genesis Bond. This follows the successful onboarding of UTXO Management as the first institutional staker in late May 2026, and comes after the PoX-5 upgrade, which went live on July 29, 2026, allowing larger entities to earn yield on Bitcoin while retaining custody of their assets.

      The staking mechanism requires Bitcoin holders to lock their BTC on Layer 1 using a timelock script, ensuring the coins remain on the Bitcoin blockchain. Participants pair their locked Bitcoin with a small amount of STX, Stacks' native token, to create a 'protocol bond.' The yield target for this program is approximately 3% APY in Bitcoin, distributed over six-month periods, derived from miner bids through the Proof-of-Transfer mechanism.

      The PoX-5 upgrade, which received over 99.99% approval in a governance vote, was designed to enhance institutional infrastructure, including integration with Fireblocks for custody solutions. The Genesis Bond, set to launch in late August 2026, will mark the first formal institutional Bitcoin bonding event on the platform, providing a structured entry point for institutions.

      © 2026 KLEA News. All Rights Reserved. This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

      Source: KLEA News

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