# sBTC (Stacked Bitcoin)

**sBTC (Stacked Bitcoin)** is a Bitcoin-backed asset on the [**Stacks (STX)** **blockchain**](https://www.stacks.co/). It allows users to interact with Bitcoin in a programmable way while retaining Bitcoin's security and decentralization.&#x20;

#### **Key Features of sBTC**

1. **1:1 Bitcoin-Backed Token:** Each sBTC token is fully backed by an equivalent amount of BTC, ensuring parity between the two assets.
   * [sBTC White Paper](https://stacks-network.github.io/stacks/sbtc.html)
   * [Overview sBTC Deck](https://www.stacks.co/sbtc-deck)
2. **Decentralized Management:** The sBTC peg wallet is maintained by a set of decentralized signers, enhancing security and reducing single points of failure.&#x20;

   [Stacks Docs](https://docs.stacks.co/concepts/sbtc/core-features)
3. **Quick Conversions:** sBTC facilitates rapid movement between BTC and sBTC, with conversions completing within a few Bitcoin blocks.&#x20;

   [Stacks Docs](https://docs.stacks.co/concepts/sbtc/core-features)
4. **Programmability:** sBTC allows Bitcoin holders to participate in DeFi applications and other smart contract functionalities on the Stacks blockchain.&#x20;

#### **Use Cases of sBTC**

* **DeFi**: Participate in lending, borrowing, and yield farming using Bitcoin.
* **dApps**: Use sBTC in applications that require programmable Bitcoin, such as NFT marketplaces or tokenized assets.
* **Staking & Collateralization**: Use sBTC as collateral for various financial activities on Stacks.

#### **Advantages of sBTC**

* **Decentralized Custody**: No need for centralized entities to hold BTC; everything operates via smart contracts.
* **Expands Bitcoin’s Utility**: Makes Bitcoin a more versatile asset while retaining its core value proposition.
* **Secure & Trustless**: Tied to Bitcoin’s security and decentralized principles.

sBTC bridges Bitcoin's unmatched security and value with the programmability of Stacks, enabling Bitcoin holders to access DeFi and dApps without giving up Bitcoin's core principles.
