Institutions
Welcome to the Institutional Hub. This section provides the architectural blueprints and security frameworks for financial institutions looking to deploy capital or offer Bitcoin DeFi services to their customers.
Rootstock offers the security of Bitcoin with the programmability of EVM smart contracts, creating a unique environment for Institutional Bitcoin Investors (BTCFi).
We have tailored strategies for different institutional actors. Select your integration model below.
The Secure Yield Standard
Generate Organic Yield through protocol fees and lending demand, rather than inflationary token emissions.
The Bitcoin Engine (rBTC)
For institutions holding Bitcoin on their balance sheet or on behalf of clients:
- Yield Source: The Bitcoin Vault (Phase 3 rBTC Strategy) generates yield through protocol-native lending and borrowing demand.
- Security: Anchored by the PowPeg, which is secured by over 50% of Bitcoin's hashrate.
- Integration: View the Vault Integration Guide.
The Dollar Engine (USDRIF)
For institutions seeking stablecoin yield or USD-denominated exposure:
- Yield Source: Demand for USDRIF borrowing drives value back to the ecosystem, creating sustainable stablecoin yield strategies.
- Assets: USDRIF, DOC (Dollar on Chain), and USDT.
Risk & Compliance Resources
Due diligence is critical for institutional deployment. Use these resources to evaluate the Rootstock security model.
- Audits & Bug Bounties - Comprehensive reports for the Bridge, Vaults, and core protocols.
- The PowPeg Security Model - Technical deep-dive into the 2-Way Peg architecture.
- Network Stats - Real-time hashrate, TVL, and node distribution.
Infrastructure for Scale
Running institutional-grade services requires robust infrastructure.
| Component | Recommendation | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| Nodes | Run a dedicated Node for high throughput | Run a Node |
| Data Indexing | Use The Graph for historical data queries | The Graph Integration |
| Oracles | Integration with API3, DIA, or Chainlink | Oracle Providers |