Stacks plans Bitcoin staking to boost BTC use and STX demand in 2026, testing new DeFi growth potential.

Stacks is preparing to launch a Bitcoin staking system in 2026 that aims to increase Bitcoin's utility and drive demand for its native token, STX. The system requires participants to lock BTC paired with STX, creating a direct demand link for STX as Bitcoin holders seek yield without wrapping their coins. This could compress STX supply and increase network activity, but the project is still in testing phases with mainnet launch pending. The success of this staking model will be key to STX's price outlook and broader Bitcoin DeFi expansion.