The current price of Stacks is $0.58700. Over the last 24 hours, Stacks has increased by +0.54%. It currently has a circulating supply of 1,519,931,930 STX and a maximum supply of 1,818,000,000 STX, giving it a fully diluted market cap of $891.14M. At present, the Stacks coin holds the 0 position in market cap rankings. The Stacks/USD price is updated in real-time.
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When introduced in 2009, Bitcoin brought about remarkable autonomy using blockchain technology, signifying a significant leap forward. However, as blockchain technology has evolved, it has revealed certain constraints within Bitcoin's foundational structure. Compared to Ethereum platforms, Bitcoin falls short in terms of programmability and versatility necessary for extensive functionality. To fully unleash the latent capabilities of the Bitcoin network, Stacks (STX) has introduced smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps) to this innovative blockchain.
What is Stacks?
Stacks, formerly known as Blockstack, is an open-source blockchain platform designed to enhance the capabilities of the Bitcoin blockchain by introducing smart contracts and DApps. Through Stacks, Bitcoin users and developers can engage with smart contracts, enabling access to decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) – aspects absent from Bitcoin's original design.
As Stacks operates as layer-2 blockchain, introducing smart contracts doesn't alter any of Bitcoin's inherent features, allowing it to preserve its characteristics like security and stability. Furthermore, since Stacks is built upon Bitcoin's base layer, every action within the Stacks ecosystem is backed by the security of Bitcoin.
The Stacks team
In 2013, Muneeb Ali and Ryan Shea, both Princeton University alumni, conceptualized the idea of Stacks. The co-founders committed themselves to the project's development, leading to the Mainnet's successful launch in January 2021. Since then, the team has expanded to encompass more developers, advisors, and contributors, enriching the project's growth and impact.
How does Stacks work?
Ethereum employs Layer 2 protocols for its scaling solutions, while Stacks adopts a distinct consensus algorithm to establish a scaling layer that integrates smart contracts into the Bitcoin network. Stacks introduces Clarity, a novel smart contract code, to uphold Bitcoin's network security and stability. Clarity's design prioritizes secure and predictable execution, minimizing vulnerabilities and unforeseen issues.
Stacks also introduced Proof of Transfer (PoX), a distinctive consensus mechanism where STX miners leverage their Bitcoin holdings to lead mining in the next block, earning new STX tokens. Each block mined on the Stacks blockchain stores users' identities and uses this information to interact with the Stacks ecosystem. Given the interconnectivity between Stacks and Bitcoin blockchains, any modifications made are interconnected.
STX: The utility token of Stacks Network
STX is the native utility token of Stacks Network, enabling the integration of DeFi, NFTs, apps, and smart contracts onto the Bitcoin blockchain. For network security and DApp development, STX plays a crucial role in the Stacks blockchain.
Stacks tokenomics
With a hard cap of 1.818 billion coins, approximately 1.38 billion STX tokens are in circulation. Following a fixed annual supply similar to Bitcoin, STX is projected to reach its hard cap by 2050.
Stacks mining
Utilizing the PoX consensus mechanism, Stacks introduces an energy-efficient approach in contrast to Bitcoin's resource-heavy mining. STX miners on the Stacks network bolster its security by using Bitcoin to add new blocks, receiving STX block rewards as compensation.
STX use cases
As the native utility token, STX is essential in ensuring the network's seamless operation. These roles encompass accessing, constructing, and engaging with DApps, contributing to network governance, covering transaction fees, and facilitating purchases.
STX distribution
In 2017, when Stacks was launched, the Genesis block had 1.32 billion STX distributed as follows:
8.34 percent went to a long-term treasury.
13.53 percent was given to the founders of the project.
8.23 percent was allocated to equity investors.
5.65 percent was kept for employee distribution.
29.93 percent was distributed in the 2018 token sale.
9.09 percent was distributed in the 2019 token sale.
3.03 percent was set aside for the Reg A app mining program. This program rewards application developers and reviewers.
22.20 percent was designated for a short-term treasury.
The future of Stacks
The Stacks Network's future is poised for transformation with the forthcoming Nakamoto upgrade, representing a substantial leap in technological progress. This upgrade brings forth a spectrum of significant enhancements. Upon Nakamoto's implementation, Stacks will fortify its security by harnessing Bitcoin's hash power. This upgrade will also usher in noticeable speed improvements, empower atomic BTC swaps, and introduce a trust-minimized Bitcoin peg mechanism, among other noteworthy innovations.
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In the last 24 hours, there have been 7.8K new posts about Stacks, driven by 4.6K contributors, and total online engagement reached 4.9M social interactions. The sentiment score for Stacks currently stands at 80%. Compared to all cryptocurrencies, post volume for Stacks currently ranks at 643. Keep an eye on changes to social metrics as they can be key indicators of the influence and reach of Stacks.
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Contributors
4,583
Interactions
4,944,951
Sentiment
80%
Volume rank
#643
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Posts
4,086
Interactions
430,684
Sentiment
83%
Stacks FAQ
Is Stacks a Bitcoin layer 1 or layer 2 protocol?
Stacks operate as a layer that sits atop the Bitcoin network, facilitating the integration of smart contracts. While often associated with Layer 2 protocols due to its utilization of Bitcoin, Stacks stands as an autonomous network with the fundamental attributes of a Layer 1 blockchain.
How does Stacks compare to rollups?
Unlike rollups, which serve as scaling solutions, Stacks do not function as a layer network. However, with the forthcoming introduction of sBTC on Stacks, the platform can support rollup deployment on the Bitcoin network..
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What is cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrencies, such as Stacks, are digital assets that operate on a public ledger called blockchains. Learn more about coins and tokens offered on OKX and their different attributes, which includes live prices and real-time charts.
When was cryptocurrency invented?
Thanks to the 2008 financial crisis, interest in decentralized finance boomed. Bitcoin offered a novel solution by being a secure digital asset on a decentralized network. Since then, many other tokens such as Stacks have been created as well.
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) regulations for crypto assets aim to address their environmental impact (e.g., energy-intensive mining), promote transparency, and ensure ethical governance practices to align the crypto industry with broader sustainability and societal goals. These regulations encourage compliance with standards that mitigate risks and foster trust in digital assets.
Asset details
Name
OKcoin Europe LTD
Relevant legal entity identifier
54930069NLWEIGLHXU42
Name of the crypto-asset
Stacks
Consensus Mechanism
The Stacks blockchain, a Layer 2 solution on top of Bitcoin, uses a unique consensus mechanism called Proof of Transfer (PoX). PoX is inspired by Bitcoin’s Proof of Work (PoW) and leverages Bitcoin’s security by anchoring Stacks transactions on the Bitcoin blockchain. Core Concepts of Proof of Transfer (PoX): 1. Recycling Bitcoin’s Security: a. Stacks utilizes Bitcoin’s hash power and PoW energy by requiring Stacks miners to transfer BTC in exchange for the native token STX, essentially “recycling” Bitcoin’s energy without additional mining. b. Transactions on Stacks achieve Bitcoin finality—they are secured by Bitcoin’s immutable blockchain. 2. Two-Layered Peg Mechanism: a. Stacks introduces a decentralized, trust-minimized peg called sBTC, allowing assets to move between Bitcoin and Stacks. b. This peg enables Stacks smart contracts to interact with Bitcoin securely and in a decentralized way, enhancing utility and enabling DeFi on Bitcoin. 3. Smart Contracts with Clarity Language: a. Stacks supports Clarity, a smart contract language designed for predictability and safety. Clarity contracts allow developers to know exactly what a contract will do before execution, ensuring security. 4. Miners and Stakers: a. Miners transfer BTC to earn newly minted STX, securing the network. b. STX Holders (stakers) are incentivized to lock up STX tokens, earning BTC rewards in return.
Incentive Mechanisms and Applicable Fees
The Stacks network incentivizes secure transactions and network participation through its unique Proof of Transfer (PoX) consensus model, which integrates incentives for both miners and STX holders. Incentive Mechanisms to Secure Transactions: 1. Miners’ Incentives: a. BTC Transfers for Block Rewards: Stacks miners secure the network by transferring Bitcoin (BTC) to compete for the opportunity to mine a new block and earn STX rewards. This transfer of BTC ensures miners are vested in the network's security without directly consuming additional computational power. b. Newly Minted STX Rewards: Miners who successfully mine a block are rewarded with newly minted STX tokens. This reward incentivizes miners to continue participating in securing the Stacks network. c. Bitcoin Finality: Since Stacks blocks are anchored to Bitcoin, the network leverages Bitcoin’s security to ensure finality, meaning that once transactions are confirmed on Bitcoin, they are considered immutable and secure. 2. Incentives for STX Holders (Stacking Rewards): a. Stacking BTC Rewards: STX holders can participate in the consensus process through a mechanism called Stacking. By locking up (temporarily holding) their STX tokens, these participants contribute to network stability and security. In return, they receive BTC rewards paid by the miners. b. Decentralization and Security Contribution: The Stacking process promotes decentralization by encouraging broad participation from STX holders, who help maintain network stability and security. This model reduces reliance on a few large players and provides economic rewards for active participation. 3. Two-Layered Peg and Decentralized Utility: a. sBTC Peg Mechanism: By utilizing a two-way peg mechanism, the Stacks network allows BTC to be moved between Bitcoin and Stacks, enabling secure, decentralized transactions. This enhances the overall utility of the network, encouraging more users and developers to participate in the ecosystem.
Beginning of the period to which the disclosure relates
2024-04-02
End of the period to which the disclosure relates
2025-04-02
Energy report
Energy consumption
7505986.35491 (kWh/a)
Renewable energy consumption
15.116111393 (%)
Energy intensity
0.01182 (kWh)
Key energy sources and methodologies
To determine the proportion of renewable energy usage, the locations of the nodes are to be determined using public information sites, open-source crawlers and crawlers developed in-house. If no information is available on the geographic distribution of the nodes, reference networks are used which are comparable in terms of their incentivization structure and consensus mechanism. This geo-information is merged with public information from the European Environment Agency (EEA) and thus determined. The intensity is calculated as the marginal energy cost wrt. one more transaction.
Energy consumption sources and methodologies
For the calculation of energy consumptions, the so called “bottom-up” approach is being used. The nodes are considered to be the central factor for the energy consumption of the network. These assumptions are made on the basis of empirical findings through the use of public information sites, open-source crawlers and crawlers developed in-house. The main determinants for estimating the hardware used within the network are the requirements for operating the client software. The energy consumption of the hardware devices was measured in certified test laboratories. When calculating the energy consumption, we used - if available - the Functionally Fungible Group Digital Token Identifier (FFG DTI) to determine all implementations of the asset of question in scope and we update the mappings regulary, based on data of the Digital Token Identifier Foundation.
Emissions report
Scope 1 DLT GHG emissions – Controlled
0.00000 (tCO2e/a)
Scope 2 DLT GHG emissions - Purchased
3092.43681 (tCO2e/a)
GHG intensity
0.00487 (kgCO2e)
Key GHG sources and methodologies
To determine the proportion of renewable energy usage, the locations of the nodes are to be determined using public information sites, open-source crawlers and crawlers developed in-house. If no information is available on the geographic distribution of the nodes, reference networks are used which are comparable in terms of their incentivization structure and consensus mechanism. This geo-information is merged with public information from the European Environment Agency (EEA) and thus determined. The intensity is calculated as the marginal emission wrt. one more transaction.
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