Roadmap

DotSwap Nexus Protocol follows a systematic development approach that balances innovation with stability, ensuring each milestone builds upon previous achievements while advancing toward the comprehensive Bitcoin Financial Layer vision.

Historical Development Timeline (2023-2024)

Research Phase (2023 Q1) Comprehensive analysis of Bitcoin-native trading infrastructure limitations and technical feasibility studies for PSBT-based coordination mechanisms. This foundational research established the theoretical framework for trustless multi-party transaction coordination and identified key technical challenges requiring innovative solutions.

Development Phase (2023 Q2) Core protocol development including PSBT orchestration engine, multi-signature coordination framework, and initial liquidity aggregation algorithms. Development of fundamental building blocks enabling atomic swaps and multi-maker routing capabilities.

Mainnet V1: LP Points System (2023 Q3) Production deployment with liquidity provider incentive mechanisms and point-based reward system. Implementation of user engagement tracking and preparation for future token distribution and governance mechanisms. Launch of the first BTC-native BRC-20 swap functionality with deposit/withdrawal capabilities and off-chain sequencer integration.

V2: Atomic Swaps + Multisig Liquidity Pools (2023 Q4) Transition to fully BTC-native BRC-20 swaps eliminating deposit/withdrawal requirements. Implementation of atomic swap functionality with multi-signature liquidity pool integration. Every swap transaction conducted on-chain with no rollups or centralized sequencer, eliminating inherent front-running risks.

V3: Upgraded Multisig Scheme (2024 Q1) Enhanced security architecture with advanced multi-signature schemes powered by strategic partnerships with Safeheron and BitGo. Integration of Multi-layer Multi-sig Matrix (MMM) technology providing institutional-grade security for custodial liquidity pools. Introduction of DAO governance model enabling community participation in protocol decisions.

Runes Integration (2024 Q2) Day-one support for Bitcoin Runes protocol with native AMM swapping capabilities on mainnet. Launch of Runes Launchpad platform beginning with RUNESCOIN•DEFI as the first project. Deployment of comprehensive Runes minting and etching tools supporting the emerging Bitcoin-native asset ecosystem.

Major Achievements (2024)

Multi-Protocol Asset Support Successfully integrated support for Runes, BRC-20, ARC-20, and CAT-20 tokens, establishing DotSwap as the most comprehensive Bitcoin-native asset trading platform. Implementation of cross-protocol trading pairs enabling sophisticated trading strategies across Bitcoin asset standards.

Wallet Ecosystem Integration Comprehensive integration with major Bitcoin wallets including XVerse, Unisat, TokenPocket, Wizz Wallet, Bitget Wallet, and OKX Web3. Mobile optimization enabling seamless trading experiences across desktop and mobile platforms.

Advanced Trading Features Launch of BRC-20 to BRC-20 trading pairs, advanced order types with expiry mechanisms, and automatic order filling when market conditions are met. Implementation of sophisticated liquidity pool management with detailed analytics and LP reward tracking.

Infrastructure Enhancement Development of DotSwap Tools suite including BTC transaction accelerator, Runes minter, and CAT721 minting capabilities. Integration with major trading aggregators including Sats Terminal for enhanced liquidity distribution.

Current Development Focus (2025)

Advanced PSBT Coordination (2025 Q1) Deployment of sophisticated Partially Signed Bitcoin Transaction orchestration enabling complex multi-party trades without custody surrender. Implementation of atomic settlement guarantees for arbitrarily large transactions with embedded slippage protection.

Bitcoin Channels Implementation (2025 Q2) Launch of Bitcoin Channels technology enabling rapid, trustless trading through 2-of-2 multi-signature arrangements. Implementation of HTLC safeguards ensuring unilateral fund recovery capabilities while dramatically improving trading speed and capital efficiency.

DotSwap Nexus Protocol Launch (2025 Q2) Deployment of the revolutionary Nexus Protocol representing the next generation of Bitcoin-native trading infrastructure. Implementation of intent-based coordination enabling users to express trading desires while the system optimizes execution across multiple liquidity sources.

Enhanced API and Integration Framework (2025 Q2-Q4) Release of comprehensive developer APIs enabling third-party integration of DotSwap liquidity infrastructure. Launch of partnership program with major Bitcoin ecosystem projects including layer-2 solutions and institutional trading platforms.