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Home of the Bitcoin Productivity Stack
Pivotal is pioneering the infrastructure layer for the Intention Economy, where Bitcoin, AI, and user sovereignty converge to turn ambition into autonomous action. Through its Bitcoin Productivity Stack -- a fusion of institutional custody (Ceffu), Bitcoin-secured networks (Babylon protocol), and with PivotalChain activated by rollup-as-a-service leaders (AltLayer) -- Pivotal transforms static Bitcoin into programmable fuel for decentralised apps, AI agents, and trustless markets.
With AgentBento (Agents on-chain), EarnTV (intent monetisation), and plusBTC (Bitcoin liquidity), Pivotal empowers users and enterprises to own the upside of their goals, data, and capital. Backed by LIF, Babylon Labs, the former head of Binance Research and the founder of WBTC, Pivotal is bridging Bitcoin’s $2T market cap to a future where technology works for you, not on you.
Historically, staking has been limited to Proof-of-Stake (PoS) networks like Ethereum, leaving Bitcoin's trillion-dollar market cap untapped for yield generation. Babylon has changed this paradigm by introducing trustless, self-custodial Bitcoin staking directly on the Bitcoin blockchain.
Through Babylon's groundbreaking technology, Pivotal enables Bitcoin holders to:
Stake Bitcoin without wrapping or bridging
Maintain true Bitcoin security
Earn sustainable protocol revenue
Preserve complete asset sovereignty
The magic of Pivotal lies in its unique architecture, which we have termed the Bitcoin Productivity Stack:
Bitcoin-Secured Network: Powered by Babylon's Bitcoin staking protocol, Pivotal operates as a Bitcoin Secured Network (BSN), leveraging Bitcoin's unparalleled security while generating protocol revenue.
plusBTC: When you stake your Bitcoin with Pivotal, you receive plusBTC - a yield-bearing token that's always redeemable 1:1 for your original Bitcoin. This isn't just another wrapped token; it's your key to earning protocol revenue.
Institutional-Grade Security: Through our partnership with Ceffu, your staked Bitcoin enjoys the same level of security as leading institutional vaults. Every Bitcoin in the system is fully backed and secured.
Pivotal leverages Babylon's advanced cryptographic techniques and Bitcoin scripts to enable staking directly on the Bitcoin blockchain. This means your assets maintain Bitcoin's fundamental security properties while generating yield.
The yield you earn isn't based on lending or trading - it comes directly from network activity. This creates a more sustainable and transparent revenue model aligned with network growth.
We've built Pivotal on the most robust infrastructure in the industry:
Babylon's Bitcoin staking technology
PivotalChain, powered by Arbitrum Orbit with Blitz Finality (AltLayer)
Ceffu's institutional-grade custody
Bitcoin's $2T market capitalisation represents an enormous pool of dormant capital. By enabling Bitcoin holders to earn protocol revenue through staking, Pivotal creates a new paradigm for Bitcoin utility that benefits the entire ecosystem:
Institutions can maintain Bitcoin treasury positions while earning yield
Individual holders can participate in network growth
The broader Bitcoin ecosystem gains increased utility and adoption
Using Pivotal is straightforward:
Receive plusBTC (1:1 ratio)
Start earning protocol revenue
Redeem for Bitcoin whenever you want
This is just the beginning of Pivotal's journey to revolutionise Bitcoin's role in the global economy. In our next post, we'll take a deeper dive into the mechanics of Bitcoin staking and explore how Babylon's technology is making this innovation possible.
Stay Connected:
Website: pivotalchain.io
Twitter: @0xPivotal
Discord: discord.gg/pivotal
Documentation: docs.pivotalchain.io
About Pivotal
Pivotal is pioneering the infrastructure layer for the Intention Economy, where Bitcoin, AI, and user sovereignty converge to turn ambition into autonomous action. Through its Bitcoin Productivity Stack – a fusion of institutional custody (Ceffu), Bitcoin-secured networks (Babylon protocol), and with PivotalChain activated by rollup-as-a-service leaders (AltLayer) – Pivotal transforms static Bitcoin into programmable fuel for decentralised apps, AI agents, and trustless markets.
With AgentBento (Agents on-chain), EarnTV (intent monetisation), and plusBTC (Bitcoin liquidity), Pivotal empowers users and enterprises to own the upside of their goals, data, and capital. Backed by LIF, Babylon Labs, the former head of Binance Research and the founder of WBTC, Pivotal is bridging Bitcoin’s $2T market cap to a future where technology works for you, not on you.
Follow Pivotal’s Vision:
Our vision is a world where Bitcoin's potential is fully realised - not just as a store of value, but as an engine of global economic opportunity. Our mission is to build the secure, institutional-grade infrastructure that makes this possible, connecting Bitcoin's economy with mainstream innovation and empowering the next billion users to participate in the future of finance.
Pivotal's Vision
To unlock Bitcoin's true potential as the foundation for a more inclusive and productive financial system.
Revolutionising how the world's most trusted digital asset creates value through secure staking, commercial applications, and accessible DeFi innovation.
Pivotal and B² Network join forces to enhance Bitcoin staking rewards through triple token incentives
Cap-3 participants will earn Babylon Points, Pivotal Points, and $B2 tokens
Partnership leverages B² Network's innovative zero-knowledge rollup technology for Bitcoin
Integration expands Bitcoin's utility through enhanced smart contract capabilities and improved transaction efficiency
Pivotal expands its Bitcoin Secured Network ecosystem by partnering with B² Network, the first zero-knowledge proof verification commitment rollup built on Bitcoin. This strategic collaboration enables Pivotal's Cap-3 participants to earn enhanced rewards while contributing to the evolution of Bitcoin's practical applications.
Partnership Benefits:
Through this integration, Pivotal stakers participating in the Cap-3 event will receive a triple drop:
Babylon Points for Bitcoin staking contributions
Pivotal Points for early participation
$B2 tokens through B² Network's Finality Provider
B² Network Integration:
B² Network brings several technological innovations to the Pivotal ecosystem:
Zero-knowledge proof verification for enhanced privacy and security
Rollup technology enabling Turing-complete smart contracts
Efficient off-chain transactions with reduced costs
Integration with Taproot for advanced security features
This partnership represents a significant step toward Pivotal's vision of transforming Bitcoin from a static store of value into a dynamic, yield-generating asset while maintaining its fundamental security properties.
Cap-3 Beta Launch:
Starting December 10, 2024 (11AM UTC), Bitcoin holders can participate in a limited beta program on Pivotal:
Duration: 1,000 BTC blocks (approximately one week)
Maximum stake: 5,000 BTC per transaction
Unbonding fee: 0.00032 BTC
Rewards: Babylon Points, Pivotal Points and $B2 tokens through B² Network's Finality Provider for early participants
Distribution:
First 300 BTC blocks: 100,000 points per block
Remaining period: 21,000 points per block
Pivotal is pioneering the infrastructure layer for the Intention Economy, where Bitcoin, AI, and user sovereignty converge to turn ambition into autonomous action. Through its Bitcoin Productivity Stack – a fusion of institutional custody (Ceffu), Bitcoin-secured networks (Babylon protocol), and with PivotalChain activated by rollup-as-a-service leaders (AltLayer) – Pivotal transforms static Bitcoin into programmable fuel for decentralised apps, AI agents, and trustless markets.
With AgentBento (Agents on-chain), EarnTV (intent monetisation), and plusBTC (Bitcoin liquidity), Pivotal empowers users and enterprises to own the upside of their goals, data, and capital. Backed by LIF, Babylon Labs, the former head of Binance Research and the founder of WBTC, Pivotal is bridging Bitcoin’s $2T market cap to a future where technology works for you, not on you.
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B² Network (BSquared Network) is a modular Bitcoin Layer2 solution. It introduces B² Rollup, the first Bitcoin rollup based on zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) verification commitment, and B² Hub, the first Bitcoin Data Availability (DA) layer that achieves finality on the Bitcoin network.
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We're thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with , marking a significant milestone in our mission to transform Bitcoin from a static store of value into a productive force in the global economy.
"The evolution of Bitcoin from a static asset to a productive force in mainstream finance requires institutional-grade infrastructure that never compromises on security. Through our partnership with Pivotal, we're enabling a new paradigm where institutional investors can confidently participate in Bitcoin staking while maintaining the rigorous security standards they expect. This collaboration sets a new benchmark for how traditional finance can engage with Bitcoin's growing commercial ecosystem." - Ian Loh, CEO, Ceffu
Redefining Bitcoin Security Standards
This collaboration brings together Pivotal's innovative Bitcoin staking protocol with Ceffu's institutional-grade custody solutions, creating a secure foundation for Bitcoin's evolution in DeFi. Through this partnership, plusBTC users gain access to:
Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology
Enterprise-grade cold storage solutions
ISO 27001 and 27701 certified security
SOC 2 Type 1 & 2 compliant infrastructure
The Bitcoin ecosystem stands at a pivotal moment. With $1.9T in market capitalization largely sitting idle, the need for secure, institutional-grade solutions has never been greater. Our partnership with Ceffu addresses this by:
Enabling Institutional Participation
Enterprise-level security standards
Comprehensive risk management
Regulatory compliance framework
Advancing Bitcoin Utility
Secure staking infrastructure
Sustainable yield generation
Mainstream accessibility
Building for Scale
Institutional-grade architecture
Global operational capacity
Future-ready infrastructure
Built on the Optimism Superchain and powered by Babylon's Bitcoin staking technology, our integration with Ceffu creates a secure bridge between traditional finance and Bitcoin's future. This infrastructure enables:
Seamless Bitcoin staking
Institutional-grade custody
Automated security protocols
Real-time monitoring
This partnership represents more than just a technical integration—it's a fundamental step toward our vision of bringing productive Bitcoin ownership to the next billion users. By combining Ceffu's security expertise with our deep partnerships across media, retail, and DeFi, we're creating the infrastructure needed to realize Bitcoin's full potential.
Stay tuned as we continue to build the future of Bitcoin utility.
About Pivotal
Pivotal is pioneering the infrastructure layer for the Intention Economy, where Bitcoin, AI, and user sovereignty converge to turn ambition into autonomous action. Through its Bitcoin Productivity Stack – a fusion of institutional custody (Ceffu), Bitcoin-secured networks (Babylon protocol), and with PivotalChain activated by rollup-as-a-service leaders (AltLayer) – Pivotal transforms static Bitcoin into programmable fuel for decentralised apps, AI agents, and trustless markets.
With AgentBento (Agents on-chain), EarnTV (intent monetisation), and plusBTC (Bitcoin liquidity), Pivotal empowers users and enterprises to own the upside of their goals, data, and capital. Backed by LIF, Babylon Labs, the former head of Binance Research and the founder of WBTC, Pivotal is bridging Bitcoin’s $2T market cap to a future where technology works for you, not on you.
Follow Pivotal’s Vision:
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About Ceffu
Ceffu is a leading provider of institutional-grade crypto custody solutions, committed to enabling secure and efficient management of digital assets. By combining robust security measures with innovative technology, Ceffu empowers institutions to confidently participate in the evolving digital asset ecosystem.
Bitcoin stands as one of humanity’s most remarkable financial innovations — a decentralised digital store of value that has grown to command a staggering $2 trillion market capitalisation. Yet for all its success in preserving wealth, Bitcoin’s true potential remains largely untapped. The vast majority of Bitcoin sits idle in wallets, disconnected from the innovative possibilities of modern financial applications.
Today, we’re excited to introduce Pivotal — a new protocol that reimagines Bitcoin’s role in the global economy by transforming the world’s largest digital asset from a static store of value into an accessible, yield-generating force for mainstream adoption.
Bitcoin’s journey has been nothing short of revolutionary. It solved the double-spend problem, introduced true digital scarcity, and created a censorship-resistant store of value that operates beyond the reach of any single entity. These innovations have driven remarkable adoption, with millions of users worldwide trusting Bitcoin to preserve their wealth.
However, a crucial question remains unanswered: How can we make Bitcoin work for its holders whilst maintaining its fundamental properties of security and decentralisation?
At Pivotal, we’re addressing this challenge head-on by building on three core pillars:
Enterprise-Grade Security: Through our partnership with Ceffu’s institutional-grade custody solutions, we ensure that users’ Bitcoin remains as secure as in cold storage whilst being put to work.
Proven Technology: Built on Arbitrum Orbit as a Bitcoin Secured Network, and powered by Babylon’s Bitcoin staking infrastructure, Pivotal combines battle-tested technology with cutting-edge innovation.
Mainstream Accessibility: Through strategic partnerships with global media platforms, we’re making productive Bitcoin ownership accessible to the next billion users.
Our vision is supported by some of the most respected names in the digital asset ecosystem. Babylon Labs, architects of Bitcoin Secured Networks, brings deep expertise in Bitcoin infrastructure. LIF, led by veterans from Goldman Sachs and Binance Labs, provides strategic guidance and institutional knowledge. THORChain, processing $284M in daily volumes, demonstrates the massive demand for permissionless Bitcoin trading.
The future we envision is one where Bitcoin’s massive $2 trillion market cap doesn’t just sit idle but actively participates in driving innovation and value creation. Imagine a world where your Bitcoin holdings automatically generate yield whilst maintaining the security and sovereignty that made Bitcoin revolutionary in the first place.
This is just the beginning of our journey to bridge Bitcoin with DeFi innovation and mainstream commercial applications. We’re excited to work alongside our partners and community to unlock Bitcoin’s full potential as a productive asset.
Stay tuned for more updates as we build this future together. Follow our progress:
Website: pivotalchain.io
Twitter: @0xPivotal
Discord: discord.gg/pivotal
Documentation: docs.pivotalchain.io
Together, we’re writing the next chapter in Bitcoin’s evolution.
About Pivotal
Pivotal is pioneering the infrastructure layer for the Intention Economy, where Bitcoin, AI, and user sovereignty converge to turn ambition into autonomous action. Through its Bitcoin Productivity Stack – a fusion of institutional custody (Ceffu), Bitcoin-secured networks (Babylon protocol), and with PivotalChain activated by rollup-as-a-service leaders (AltLayer) – Pivotal transforms static Bitcoin into programmable fuel for decentralised apps, AI agents, and trustless markets.
With AgentBento (Agents on-chain), EarnTV (intent monetisation), and plusBTC (Bitcoin liquidity), Pivotal empowers users and enterprises to own the upside of their goals, data, and capital. Backed by LIF, Babylon Labs, the former head of Binance Research and the founder of WBTC, Pivotal is bridging Bitcoin’s $2T market cap to a future where technology works for you, not on you.
Follow Pivotal’s Vision:
Bitcoin's $1.9T market cap represents an enormous pool of dormant capital. While Proof-of-Stake (PoS) networks have enabled token holders to earn yield by securing their networks, Bitcoin—despite being the largest cryptocurrency—has remained largely disconnected from this innovation. Until now.
"Pivotal is helping solve Bitcoin’s ‘productivity paradox. They’re not only building infrastructure -- they’re defining how value moves in an AI-driven world.”- Clayton Menzel, Head of BD at Babylon Labs
Babylon has pioneered a revolutionary approach to Bitcoin staking that addresses several fundamental challenges:
Unlike traditional bridging solutions that require wrapping Bitcoin or trusting third-party custodians, Babylon's protocol enables Bitcoin staking directly on the Bitcoin blockchain. This means:
No wrapped tokens
No bridge risks
Complete sovereignty over your Bitcoin
True trustless staking
Through Pivotal's implementation of Babylon's technology, Bitcoin stakers earn yield from actual network activity rather than token inflation. This creates a sustainable economic model where:
Revenue is derived from real protocol usage
Yield is backed by network growth
Stakers participate in the network's success
Babylon's protocol employs sophisticated cryptographic techniques to ensure both staker and network security:
Automated Slashing
Safety violations automatically trigger key leakage
Smart contract-like behavior without actual smart contracts
Immediate and automatic enforcement of penalties
Fast Stake Unbonding
Secure withdrawal mechanism
No long lockup periods
Maintained Bitcoin security model
Pivotal builds on Babylon's foundation to create a seamless staking experience:
plusBTC Generation
Deposit Bitcoin
Receive plusBTC 1:1
Start earning protocol revenue
Maintain full redemption rights
Institutional-Grade Security
Ceffu's custody infrastructure
Enterprise-level security measures
Full auditability
Network Synchronisation
Bitcoin-secured network
Real-time state management
Efficient protocol revenue distribution
Imagine a highly advanced bank vault that can make decisions on its own. Traditional Bitcoin transactions are like simple locks that either open or stay closed. But Babylon's covenant emulation is more like a smart lock that can:
Follow complex rules (like "only open after 3 days" or "only if no alarms are triggered")
Automatically respond to certain conditions (like locking permanently if someone tries to break in)
Maintain a record of who accessed what and when
It's similar to how a modern smart home system can automatically lock doors and trigger alarms based on specific conditions, but for Bitcoin transactions.
Think of finality gadgets as a high-tech security control room in a bank. Just as a control room:
Monitors all entrances and exits
Verifies the identity of everyone entering
Ensures all security protocols are followed
Makes final decisions about security situations
Babylon's finality gadgets do the same for transactions, but with mathematical certainty. They act as the ultimate authority that says "yes, this transaction is absolutely final and can't be reversed."
Imagine a global network of atomic clocks keeping perfect time across all banks worldwide. Bitcoin timestamping works similarly by:
Creating an unalterable record of when things happen
Ensuring all parts of the system are in sync
Preventing any attempts to manipulate the timing of events
It's like having a tamper-proof security camera system that timestamps every frame, making it impossible to edit or manipulate the footage later.
These three innovations combine like a symphony orchestra:
The covenant emulation (strings) provides the foundation
The finality gadgets (brass) add the security and certainty
The timestamping (percussion) keeps everything in perfect rhythm
Together, they create something that was previously impossible: a way to stake Bitcoin without wrapping it or trusting third parties.
This technical innovation translates into real benefits:
For Individual Holders: Like having a self-driving car for your Bitcoin - it works for you while you maintain full control
For Institutions: Similar to having a productive real estate investment that generates rental income while maintaining the property's value
For the Network: Think of it as upgrading from a static gold vault to a modern financial system that can do more while maintaining the same security
The combination of Pivotal's platform and Babylon's technology represents a fundamental shift in how Bitcoin can be utilized in the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. By enabling Bitcoin holders to earn protocol revenue while maintaining complete sovereignty over their assets, we're creating a new paradigm for Bitcoin utility that benefits the entire ecosystem.
Ready to put your Bitcoin to work? Here's how to begin:
Visit Pivotal's platform
Connect your wallet
Deposit Bitcoin and receive plusBTC
Start earning protocol revenue
