In the rapidly evolving world of decentralized finance (DeFi), StakeStone is redefining liquidity flows across blockchains. As an omnichain liquidity infrastructure protocol, it enables users to maximize asset potential—starting with Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC)—through innovative products like STONE, STONEBTC, and LiquidityPad. With backing from Polychain Capital, YZi Labs, and OKX Ventures, StakeStone is reshaping DeFi with yield-generating solutions.
Protocol Overview
StakeStone is a decentralized protocol providing stable, yield-bearing liquidity across multiple chains. Utilizing LayerZero for cross-chain interoperability and its Optimized Portfolio Allocation Protocol (OPAP), it allocates assets to high-yield opportunities including staking pools, restaking protocols, and DeFi platforms. Key offerings include:
1. STONE:
- Yield-bearing Ethereum token representing staked ETH
- Compatible with DeFi, GameFi, and NFTFi ecosystems
- Supports cross-chain use on Ethereum, BNB Chain, Base, and Linea
2. STONEBTC & SBTC:
- STONEBTC: Yield-generating BTC derivative
- SBTC: Fully liquid omnichain Bitcoin token
- Integrates DeFi, CeDeFi, and RWA strategies via Babylon and Symbiotic
3. LiquidityPad:
- Cross-chain liquidity issuance platform
- Accepts STONE, SBTC, ETH, BTC derivatives (WBTC/BTCB), and stablecoins (USDT/USDC)
- Generates LP tokens (eg, beraSTONE) compatible with Uniswap and Curve
- Supports pre-deposit vaults for mainnet launch projects
Core Features
- Omnichain Liquidity: LayerZero-powered cross-chain transfers
- Non-Custodial Operations: Decentralized architecture mirroring MakerDAO
- nstant Withdrawals: PMM lending pool technology eliminates lockups
- STO Governance: Token holders earn voting rights (veSTO) and revenue share
- Diversified Yields: Combines DeFi, CeDeFi, and RWA returns
Investor Backing
In November 2024, StakeStone secured $22 million in funding led by Polychain Capital, with participation from OKX Ventures, SevenX Ventures, and Amber Group. The protocol currently manages $1.2 billion TVL, including 342,704 ETH.
Strategic Value
StakeStone addresses critical DeFi needs:
- Unifying liquidity across Ethereum, Bitcoin, and emerging chains
- Delivering institutional-grade yields through automated allocation
- Enabling Bitcoin integration into DeFi via SBTC
- Supporting ecosystem growth through LiquidityPad