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# Bitcoin Data Access, Yields, and Updates
- URL: https://news.hemi.xyz/bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates-dd82e8af4da0027d/
- Published: 2025-08-08T20:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-08-05T21:15:35.000Z
- Author: Hemi Labs

# Seamless Bitcoin Data Access

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/54/c6/54c6f660-26c3-4ce3-8ea1-ea7e37a8cc90/content/images/2026/08/drpc_partnership_graphic-t-1754668469.jpg)

Hemi and [dRPC](https://drpc.org/?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) are working together to make Bitcoin data more accessible than ever. Developers can now access Hemi’s Bitcoin-native data layer through NodeCloud without managing their own nodes, bringing Bitcoin programmability directly into familiar workflows. This integration makes building cross-chain apps, DeFi protocols, and other Web3 experiences with Bitcoin seamless and efficient.

[Read More](https://hemi.xyz/blog/hemi-and-drpc-team-up-to-make-bitcoin-available-across-the-rpc-layer/?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates)

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# Boost Your Bitcoin Yield

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/54/c6/54c6f660-26c3-4ce3-8ea1-ea7e37a8cc90/content/images/2026/08/hemi-btc-yield_blog_feature-t-1754668503-1.jpg)

Hemi transforms idle BTC into productive capital by offering competitive yields across lending, liquidity pools, fixed-rate products, and derivatives. With unique earning opportunities that go beyond what other EVM networks offer, BTC holders can maximize their returns through versatile DeFi strategies on Hemi. Plus, ongoing rewards from the [Absinthe](https://boost.absinthe.network/hemi-mainnet/dashboard?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) and [Merkl campaigns](https://app.merkl.xyz/?search=hemi&chain=43111&utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) boost earnings even further across the ecosystem.

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# Highlighted  
Opportunities

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Top Yield Opportunities

- [Lend USDT on ZeroLend](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/ERC20LOGPROCESSOR/0xA9D26645559c765190d6D72370fd68C084BC56d3?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) – 17% APR | \~$156/day in Merkl rewards
- [Deposit USDC.e on Gearbox](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/ERC20LOGPROCESSOR/0x614eB485DE3c6C49701b40806AC1B985ad6F0A2f?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) – \~23% APR | \~$200 in Merkl rewards
- [Deposit hemiBTC on Gearbox](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/ERC20LOGPROCESSOR/0xD172B64AA13d892bb5EB35f3482058eAE0BC5B2a?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) – \~66% APR | \~$150 in Merkl rewards
- [Hold Perpstreet LP Token (PLP)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/ERC20LOGPROCESSOR/0x86299DfE103C555E6Dd9f0E40e2c306c3B388b8c?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) – \~150% APR | \~$28/day in rewards

Additional Rewards:

- [Supply USDC.e on Zerolend](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/AAVE%5FSUPPLY/0x9D6256c132EdE5CEf0C0F2041E81831ae1eA5838?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~10% APR | \~$99/day in Merkl rewards

Provide Liquidity to SushiSwap V3:

- [WETH–hemiBTC (0.3%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0x51109FA53e904C17dAeB320d56166900e23707D3?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~2% APR | \~$66/day in Merkl rewards
- [hemiBTC–USDC.e (0.3%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0xF5819f1B4Db39F78c2CA1758a89c70cBbaFe3Bd8?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~44% APR | \~$48/day in Merkl rewards
- [USDC.e–satUSD on (0.05%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0x17d2ceeF7Ce9d76FB82eeE4d5F59F034ff39aC7f?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~31% APR | \~$40/day in Merkl rewards
- [hemiBTC–satUSD on (0.3%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0x01853f04bc464f82Ca9d7Ba30810aEC261eE3C6B?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~75% APR | \~$39/day in Merkl rewards

Provide liquidity to iZUMi:

- [WETH–USDC.e (0.3%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0x684E5ee1f5e9242c843bDCa58C3c6a1DCF8761be?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~30% APR | \~$99/day in Merkl rewards
- [WETH–M-BTC (0.05%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0xcaa4AFC5a054419752a51629E71a3b8Cf354063c?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~18% APR | \~$50/day in Merkl rewards
- [WETH–uniBTC (0.3%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0xf02f3bF6068aE43898a1F458D457e29E7B25Da0C?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~18% APR | \~$50/day in Merkl rewards
- [USDC.e–USDT (0.05%)](https://app.merkl.xyz/opportunities/hemi/CLAMM/0xC53174E534c59A0eA58082E3b56C4ee3863fe3C9?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) — \~27% APR | \~$50/day in Merkl rewards

[Explore these opportunities](https://app.merkl.xyz/?chain=43111&utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) and more on the platform as new campaigns go live.

## Earn Rewards by Bridging ETH to Hemi

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# Progress on v2 Beta, Tokenomics, and Decentralization

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/54/c6/54c6f660-26c3-4ce3-8ea1-ea7e37a8cc90/content/images/2026/08/midweek-with-max_promo-2_2x-t-1753448578-1.jpg)

This week’s update from Max and the Hemi engineering team brings big progress. The Hemi v2 beta is live, simplifying the network and improving miner efficiency. Tokenomics and the token generation event are nearly finalized, with staking launching alongside to support decentralization. Plus, the new whitepaper and enhanced governance tools are coming soon, setting the stage for a scalable and collaborative future.

[Catch the replay](https://hemi.xyz/blog/midweek-with-max-v2-beta-tokenomics-incoming-and-the-road-to-decentralization/?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates)

# Community Corner

This week is all about showing up and making it count. From the important deadlines to new opportunities for recognition, there is plenty happening in the Hemi community.

The second [Demos](https://t.co/OWcIdhDbGR?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) verification period will close at **7:00 PM EDT (23:00 UTC) on Sunday, August 12**. You must [verify on Demos](https://app.demos.global/dashboard/hemi/?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) at least once per period to remain eligible for rewards. If you joined Hemi after the first period ended, you’re still in the running. Make sure you verify before the deadline! PoP miners, [check your status](https://testnet.popstats.hemi.network/?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) and [complete verification](https://app.demos.global/dashboard/hemi/?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates). This is the final verification window before the season ends, so don’t miss out.

The [Hemi Alliance](https://www.notion.so/HEMI-ALLIANCE-1ffcf136798580aca2e0e53d30ba8f66?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) is the voice of programmable Bitcoin, and we want to hear yours! Many of you have reached Tier 2, but there is still time to [complete the latest tasks](https://guild.xyz/hemialliance/alliance-credits?utm%5Fsource=news.hemi.xyz&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=bitcoin-data-access-yields-and-updates) and keep the momentum strong. Being part of the Alliance is about showing up, staying consistent, and helping shape the message we share with the world. Active Tier 2 members will be promoted to Tier 3, our highest recognition tier.

Now, let’s jump into some memes and creative moments from the community!

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/54/c6/54c6f660-26c3-4ce3-8ea1-ea7e37a8cc90/content/images/2026/08/unnamed-png-t-1754668618.jpg)

Credit: swap6ix

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/54/c6/54c6f660-26c3-4ce3-8ea1-ea7e37a8cc90/content/images/2026/08/unnamed-png-t-1754668643.jpg)

Credit: gladiy

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/54/c6/54c6f660-26c3-4ce3-8ea1-ea7e37a8cc90/content/images/2026/08/unnamed-png-t-1754668679.jpg)

Credit: Buike

# Dive Deeper into Hemi

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