Reminder 🚨 Tomorrow is the final day to apply for the Programs & Operations Officer and Communications Associate positions. We’ve received an overwhelming response, with over 490 and 480 applications respectively. Learn more and submit your application below: Programs & Operations Officer: https://btrust.homerun.co/programs-operations-officer/en Communications Associate: https://btrust.homerun.co/communications-associate/en

Rust 🦀 is quickly becoming one of the most important languages in the Bitcoin ecosystem. From wallet libraries to Lightning implementations, more projects are adopting Rust for its safety, performance, and reliability, traits that align perfectly with Bitcoin’s need for secure and predictable software. At the 2025 #BtrustDeveloperDay, Jamal ERRAKIBI explored this growing trend in his talk, breaking down what makes Rust different from other languages and why it’s reshaping how Bitcoin software is built. 🎥 Watch the session recording here: https://www.youtube.com/live/bDxhY5p1yKQ?t=5145s In our latest blog, Jamal expands on that talk, diving deeper into how Rust’s memory safety, high performance, and strong type system power projects like rust-bitcoin, BDK, rust-lightning, and Fedimint. He also shares lessons from contributing to Rust-Bitcoin and practical advice for developers looking to get started or contribute. 👉 Read the full article here: https://blog.btrust.tech/why-rust-is-becoming-essential-in-bitcoin-2/

It's truly our pleasure 🧡 Keep up the great work!

We recently had the pleasure of sponsoring and being part of the just concluded 🇿🇦 conference. Things kicked off on Thursday with the Bitcoin Circular Economy Summit, followed by the pre-conference hangout. It was a great chance to meet people, network, and enjoy some fun activities like sim golf ⛳ before the main event began. On day 1, , a Btrust developer grantee working on Stratum V2, presented a session on mining decentralization. He broke things down from the basics all the way to the technical details, showing why mining pool centralization can become a censorship risk. He also shared how Stratum V2 helps miners choose their own transactions, making Bitcoin more secure and decentralized. On day 2, , our communications lead spoke about what it takes to support and sustain open-source development in Africa and the Global South. She reminded everyone that behind Bitcoin is a strong human layer, consisting of developers, reviewers, maintainers, and community builders whose work keeps the network running and growing. She also shared how developers help turn Bitcoin from just a protocol into tools people actually use every day, like wallets, self-custody solutions, and payment infrastructure. That’s why decentralization shouldn’t stop at the code. We need builders from more places, especially those who understand local challenges, helping shape the tools that will bring Bitcoin to the next billion users. We’re proud to support this work by creating more sustainable paths for contributors and helping strengthen the ecosystem. One of the coolest parts of the conference was seeing bitcoin used in real life. We were able to buy coffee using bitcoin, powered by , one of the open-source projects helping make bitcoin payments possible. There was also a dedicated workshop space where builders got to share what they’re working on. It was exciting to see solutions being built from real local problems, and we loved connecting with the community and exploring new partnerships. A big thank you to the organizers and everyone involved for putting together such an amazing experience.

Btrust is hiring! 🚀 We’re looking for a Communications Associate to support the planning, creation, and execution of communications and marketing initiatives that amplify Btrust’s mission and showcase the impact of our work across the Global South. This is a full-time, remote role focused on content coordination, campaign support, community engagement, and storytelling around Bitcoin open-source development. If you’re proficient in communications, digital marketing, and building in the Bitcoin ecosystem, we’d love to hear from you. 📅 Application deadline: February 13, 2026 Learn more about the role and apply here: https://btrust.homerun.co/communications-associate/en

Btrust is hiring! 🚀 We’re looking for a Programs & Operations Officer to help execute and scale Btrust’s programs, grants, and community infrastructure across the Global South. This is a full-time, remote role at the center of our work supporting Bitcoin developers, grassroots communities, and open-source education initiatives. If you’re a strong operator who enjoys coordinating programs, improving systems, and delivering impact in a mission-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you. 📅 Application deadline: February 13, 2026 Learn more about the role and apply here: https://btrust.homerun.co/programs-operations-officer/en

A big thank you to the team for featuring us in this week's edition of the Financial Freedom Report. 🧡 Read the full report and subscribe here: https://us14.campaign-archive.com/?u=c5e3037cd362a8e29147b750c&id=77ebdedf87 We've been working on the BitDevs Playbook for a while, so it's incredibly rewarding to finally see it out in the world. The playbook is live and fully open-source, and you're welcome to give your feedback and contribute to it. You can access the playbook here: https://github.com/btrustteam/the-bitdevs-playbook Learn more about why developed it and what it aims to support: https://blog.btrust.tech/introducing-the-bitdevs-playbook/

We’re excited to be back at the Conference for the third year in a row and proud to return as a sponsor. 🚀 and will be on-ground speaking at the conference and sharing more about the work we’ve been doing at Btrust. We’re looking forward to reconnecting with the community, meeting new builders, and continuing the conversation around building a more sustainable and decentralized future for Bitcoin. See you soon! #abct26

Over the past few years, BitDevs communities across Africa have been building technical spaces rooted in learning, openness, and collaboration. Today, we’re sharing the guide that brings those lessons together. The BitDevs Playbook v0.1.0 is the first public release of a practical, open‑source guide for building and sustaining Bitcoin‑only technical communities across the Global South. Grounded in real experience from BitDevs communities across Africa, it explains what BitDevs is, why the model works, and how to start, run, and sustain high‑quality technical meetups with shared standards around learning, privacy, neutrality, and non‑commercial focus. In the accompanying blog, we reflect on why BitDevs matters, how the model creates space for open discussion and open‑source contribution, and how communities across Africa have grown beyond monthly meetups into hubs of ongoing learning and collaboration: https://blog.btrust.tech/introducing-the-bitdevs-playbook/ Many of these communities, supported by organizations like Btrust and , have helped members access advanced programs such as Chaincode Labs’ BOSS program and the pathways. Some members have gone on to start careers in Bitcoin open‑source development, supported by organizations like Btrust and the , while others have gone on to build products and projects of their own. The Playbook is fully open‑source and community‑driven. It covers the full lifecycle of a BitDevs location, from assessing local interest and hosting a first meetup, to maintaining quality, handling challenges, and even responsibly pausing or closing a location when needed. It’s designed for organizers, sponsors, contributors, and anyone who cares about building credible, technically grounded Bitcoin communities. Huge thanks to Stephanie Titcombe for authoring the playbook, and , Simon from BitDevsNBO, and Tobechi Chukwuleta for shaping this first release with their experience and feedback. 📘 Explore the Playbook to learn how to use it and contribute your insights here: https://github.com/btrustteam/the-bitdevs-playbook