tBTC native minting is now live on Base, and we’re celebrating with a special rewards campaign! Whether you’re new to tBTC or a longtime supporter, this is your chance to try out tBTC on Base and win a share of 500,000 T in prizes.
How It Works
From now until April 1, 2025, at 23:59 UTC, users who mint tBTC on Base will be entered into a prize draw for a chance to win T tokens.
Prizes:
- 5 tBTC Base minters will each receive 50,000 T
- 1 grand prize winner will take home 250,000 T
That’s 500,000 T in total rewards—just for minting tBTC on Base!
🔵 Bitcoin just got Based. 🔵
— Threshold Network ✜ (@TheTNetwork) March 18, 2025
BTC is entering its onchain era with @tbtc_project and @base! No more middlemen — native tBTC minting on Base lets BTC holders seamlessly move onchain and tap into Based DeFi.
Decentralized. Permissionless. Built for Bitcoin. pic.twitter.com/9ClX5iQGrk
How to Mint tBTC on Base
Minting tBTC on Base is simple, thanks to the Threshold Dashboard, which provides an intuitive interface. The process only requires Bitcoin and a Base-compatible wallet, and you can start minting in just a few steps.
Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Visit the official Threshold Dashboard.
2. Connect your Base-compatible wallet (such as Coinbase Wallet or MetaMask).
3. Select Base as your target network.
4. Deposit Bitcoin to the provided deposit address.
5. Confirm the transaction, and once processed, your tBTC will appear in your Base wallet.
Want a visual walkthrough? Watch our full YouTube guide here for a step-by-step tutorial.
Explore the Base tBTC Ecosystem
Minting tBTC gives you access to a growing DeFi ecosystem on Base, where you can put your Bitcoin to work in DeFi. While exploring the ecosystem isn’t required to win, here are just a few ways you can use your tBTC on Base:
• Provide liquidity on Aerodrome – Trade and earn fees on Base’s leading DEX.
• Borrow and lend using Moonwell – Use tBTC as collateral to borrow or lend assets.
• Trade perpetuals on Synthetix – Get exposure to synthetic BTC and more.
• Maximize yield with Beefy Finance – Optimize your earnings with automated strategies.
Explore all the Base tBTC integrations and Bitcoin yield opportunities on DeFiLlama!
T: The Governance Token of tBTC
T isn’t just a reward—it’s the governance token of tBTC. All fees and protocol changes for tBTC are governed by T holders, also known as the Threshold DAO. By holding T, you’re not just earning rewards—you’re gaining a stake in the future of permissionless Bitcoin in DeFi.
How to Participate
- Mint tBTC on Base through the official Threshold tBTC minting app.
- That’s it! Once you’ve minted, you’re automatically entered into the prize draw.
No extra steps—just mint tBTC on Base and you’re in.
Winners & Announcements
Winners will be randomly selected after the contest ends on April 1, 2025, at 23:59 UTC, and will be notified via official Threshold channels.
Questions? Join the Threshold Community!
Have questions about the promo? Want to connect with the Threshold community? Join us on Discord! Our team and community members are here to help.
Get Started Now
This is your chance to mint tBTC on Base and earn rewards along the way—all while getting to know the governance token that secures the system.
Stay connected for updates—follow us on Twitter/X and join our Discord for winner announcements and more ways to get involved!
Bitcoin just leveled up on Base. pic.twitter.com/3Hrhg5nbsP
— tBTC (@tBTC_project) March 18, 2025