# Starknet Creator Establishing Its Own 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve'

*Author: Bankless*
*Published: Mar 11, 2025*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/de/read/starknet-creator-establishing-its-own-strategic-bitcoin-reserve*

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StarkWare has established a 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve,' positioning itself as a 'Bitcoin-standard' company. [In a bid to unify Bitcoin and Ethereum](https://x.com/Starknet/status/1899460308814716946), Starknet plans include various developments such as wallet integrations and new programs to engage bitcoin holders in DeFi on Starknet.

## **What’s the Scoop?**
- **Strategic Bitcoin Reserve**: StarkWare establishes a 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve,' holding a growing portion of its treasury in BTC as part of its operational strategy.
- **Integration with Starknet**: Xverse, a Bitcoin wallet, is integrating with Starknet to facilitate the use of Bitcoin assets within the network.
- **BTCFi Season**: Starknet introduces 'BTCFi Season,' a program designed to offer yield opportunities on Bitcoin by introducing holders to DeFi use cases.