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Ewelina Skorupka
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On April 10, 2025, at 12:00 PM (Polish time), Babylon Genesis officially launched – a project that could reshape how we think about using Bitcoin. The crypto community had been eagerly awaiting this moment.
What is Babylon Genesis?
Babylon Genesis is a new layer 1 blockchain built on the Cosmos-SDK protocol. It’s the first network in the world to be secured through Bitcoin staking.
BTC holders can now actively help secure the network without moving their funds off the original Bitcoin chain. It’s a step toward turning bitcoin into more than just a means of payment or a store of value – it’s now also a staking tool.
How does staking work in Babylon?
Babylon Genesis uses a dual staking model:
- BTC Staking – You delegate your Bitcoin to finality providers, who are responsible for securing the network. In return, you receive rewards in the form of newly minted BABY tokens.
- BABY Staking – BABY is Babylon’s native token. By staking it, you support network validators and earn a portion of the 4% annual inflation allocated for BABY stakers.
Babylon Genesis is officially live
The launch of Babylon Genesis marks the official transition to Phase 2 of the project. During Phase 1, users had the chance to test BTC staking. Over 57,000 BTC were committed during that phase.
Kanga Exchange supported Babylon from the very beginning, standing alongside the biggest players in the space. But now, the real game begins.
The first two weeks after launch (starting April 10) are reserved for Phase 1 participants. After that, staking will open to everyone.
Airdrop for early users
In December 2023, Babylon organized an airdrop. It was a way to reward early community members – mainly those who:
- Registered and took part in test BTC staking (Phase 1),
- Held a Pioneer Pass NFT,
- Or were active in the Babylon community (e.g., on Discord).
BABY tokens were automatically airdropped to eligible wallets. If you were among the early users, check your wallet – a gift might be waiting for you.
But here’s the important part: the airdrop was only a preview. The real story starts now with Babylon Genesis – the official network launch and live staking.
In short:
- Airdrop = a thank-you for early users
- Genesis = the network launch and real BTC + BABY staking
- Phase 2 = time for real action and ecosystem growth
How to get started?
- Register your BTC for staking by sending a transaction on the Babylon network
- Delegate your BTC to a chosen finality provider – they secure the network on your behalf
- Check your account regularly and collect BABY rewards for participating in staking
Why is it worth it?
Babylon Genesis introduces new opportunities for bitcoin holders. If you own BTC:
- You can help secure a blockchain network without moving your BTC off the original chain
- You earn additional BABY tokens, potentially boosting your crypto returns
- You support an innovative security model and contribute to the future of decentralized networks
BABY on Kanga Exchange
The BABY token is now listed on the Kanga Exchange and tradeable against USDC.
Babylon Genesis is a major milestone in Bitcoin’s evolution. Join now – before everyone else does.