06 Jan 2026
Stories by BitTorrent Inc. on Medium
BitTorrent Weekly Report | 12.29–01.04


BitTorrent, powered by the world's largest decentralized P2P network, revolutionized file sharing by enabling faster, more efficient downloads. With over 100 million active users and products (BitTorrent & µTorrent) installed on over 1 billion devices, it has become a cornerstone of the internet.
In July 2018, TRON successfully acquired BitTorrent and all BitTorrent products. Now, with blockchain integration, BitTorrent is shaping the future of Web3 and decentralized content distribution, connecting creators directly with their audiences without centralized platforms.
06 Jan 2026 7:50am GMT
02 Jan 2026
Stories by BitTorrent Inc. on Medium
BitTorrent 2025 RECAP

Key Events
Feb 18, 2025
BitTorrent (BTT) was listed on the compliant, licensed exchange HashKey Global. To mark the launch, the listing featured a trading campaign with a 20,000 USDT prize pool, driving community engagement while deepening BTT's market liquidity.
Mar 3, 2025
BitTorrent established an ecosystem partnership with Coinomi Wallet, a leading multi-chain wallet. The integration of BTT into Coinomi's system offers users a seamless interface for storing and managing BTT, further expanding BitTorrent's presence within the wallet landscape.
Mar 19, 2025
The LLD token debuted on the TRON network, utilizing BTTC for cross-chain support. By enabling seamless multi-chain asset transfers for LLD, this integration highlighted BTTC's critical role as a cross-chain infrastructure.
Mar 19, 2025
NOW Wallet announced support for BTT, allowing users to securely store and manage their assets. This integration enhances BitTorrent's accessibility across a wider range of devices and platforms.
Mar 28, 2025
BitTorrent forged a partnership with the Web3 e-commerce platform Uquid. This collaboration focuses on unlocking new opportunities in payments, asset management, and decentralized infrastructure, laying the groundwork for BitTorrent's expansion into Web3 commerce.
Apr 6, 2025
BTT became available on the instant crypto exchange ChangeNOW. Users can now effortlessly swap BTT for other major assets, broadening its utility and accessibility for cross-platform trading.
Apr 16, 2025
At the TEAMZ Summit 2025 in Tokyo, the BitTorrent team connected with global projects, developers, and institutions. The team showcased the latest advancements in decentralized storage and cross-chain solutions, significantly elevating the project's profile in the Japanese market.
April 25, 2025
Guarda Wallet announced support for BTT, enabling users to manage BitTorrent assets directly within its platform. This addition marks another key milestone in expanding BitTorrent's multi-wallet ecosystem.
May 9, 2025
BTT was officially listed on the Bullish exchange, a major step in expanding its global trading footprint and providing users with greater liquidity and choice.
May 14, 2025
As an ecosystem sponsor of ETH Beijing 2025, BitTorrent engaged with academic and developer communities. The team highlighted the importance of decentralized storage and cross-chain infrastructure, aiming to inspire the next wave of Web3 innovation.
Jun 26, 2025
At Istanbul Blockchain Week (IBW 2025), BitTorrent showcased its advancements in storage, distribution, and cross-chain technology. Through booth demonstrations and firsthand engagement with global developers, the team reinforced BitTorrent's position as a leader in decentralized infrastructure.
Jul 7, 2025
BitTorrent played a central role in the TRON ecosystem's "Interstellar Heatwave Carnival" campaign. The campaign featured interactive activities that blended decentralized infrastructure themes with community challenges, driving excitement and growth within the Meme sector.
Aug 1, 2025
At GM Vietnam 2025, BitTorrent leveraged the Southeast Asian Web3 forum for meaningful dialogue with local developers, projects, and communities. This engagement strengthened the project's on-the-ground presence and uncovered new partnership opportunities in the region.
Aug 25, 2025
At Tokyo WebX 2025, BitTorrent joined industry leaders to discuss decentralized storage, cross-chain networks, and future utility. These discussions set the stage for deeper ecosystem collaboration across Japan and the wider Asia-Pacific region.
Sep 23, 2025
During Korea Blockchain Week 2025, BitTorrent demonstrated the combined power of BTFS and BTTC. This exhibition solidified the project's technical standing and reputation within both the Korean market and the broader TRON ecosystem.
Nov 8, 2025
At Thailand Blockchain Week 2025, BitTorrent engaged with Southeast Asian developers and partners to present its roadmap for decentralized storage and cross-chain networks, further deepening its integration into the global Web3 community.
Nov 17, 2025
BitTorrent joined the TRON Ecosystem Thanksgiving event, collaborating with partners to offer users a string of trading rewards and exclusive benefits.
Dec 17, 2025
Bitget's PoolX announced the upcoming listing of TRX, allowing users to lock tokens such as TRX, BTT, SUN, and JST to share a prize pool of 170,000 TRX. This initiative opens a new staking channel for BitTorrent holders and other TRON-based assets.
Dec 18, 2025
The "My First BTFS File Showcase Battle" campaign went live, inviting users to complete specific missions for a chance to share a 500 USDT prize pool. The event highlighted BTFS's decentralized storage capabilities as a key chapter in the broader Holiday Odyssey campaign.
Dec 26, 2025
The TRON ecosystem launched the "Star Quest Challenge", uniting BitTorrent and other key projects. Through a series of engaging missions and a 10,000 USDT prize pool, the initiative helped boost participation and expand the reach of the year-end campaign.
Infrastructure Upgrades
Mar 13, 2025
The BTFS Airdrop Rewards Program entered public beta. This initiative incentivizes community members to onboard to the decentralized storage network through a series of guided tasks and rewards.
May 15, 2025
The blockchain explorer BTFS SCAN v2.6.1 officially went live. The update delivers enhanced data querying and visualization tools, providing users with a clearer, more intuitive window into network activity.
Jun 12, 2025
BTTC 2.0 unveiled a comprehensive governance upgrade, introducing a more transparent proposal and voting process. This shift empowers validators, projects, and community members to take a more active role in steering the network.
Jun 13, 2025
Further details on BTTC 2.0 revealed an innovative profit-sharing model. This new structure enables stakers and cross-chain participants to share directly in the network's revenue and continued growth.
Jun 19, 2025
BTTC 2.0 adjusted its staking APY to 6%, a move designed to offer sustainable, predictable yields for long-term participants while maintaining network security.
Jun 23, 2025
The BTFS v4.0 mainnet upgrade entered its final phase. This update is set to deliver major enhancements in performance and stability, providing the essential scalability needed to support future ecosystem growth.
Jun 24, 2025
The BTFS Protocol v4.0 Beta opened to the community, inviting node operators and developers to test the next-generation decentralized storage protocol and shape its final release through direct feedback.
Jun 24, 2025
The BTTC 2.0 Testnet went live, allowing projects and developers to validate cross-chain functionality and ensure a secure, stable environment ahead of the mainnet launch.
Jun 24, 2025
The BTTC 2.0 Cross-Chain Network White Paper was officially released. The document details the network's new architecture, governance model, and tokenomics, providing ecosystem partners and the community with a clear strategic vision.
Jun 25, 2025
A dedicated BTTC Blockchain Explorer was launched, offering integrated tracking of cross-chain transactions, node data, and asset flows to ensure maximum network transparency and visibility.
Jun 30, 2025
BTTC 2.0 Mainnet officially went live. This milestone marks a pivotal upgrade in BitTorrent's cross-chain infrastructure, delivering a high-performance bridge for the TRON network and the wider multi-chain ecosystem.
Jul 4, 2025
Three core BTFS community proposals - BTIP-89, 90, and 91 - moved into final implementation:
- BTIP-91: Introduced a decentralized governance framework powered by smart contracts.
- BTIP-90: Enabled full on-chain transparency for file metadata management.
- BTIP-89: Launched the Storage Provider (SP) mechanism to professionalize network services and governance standards.
Jul 7, 2025
The BTFS v4.0 Mainnet officially launched. This update brings comprehensive improvements to data storage efficiency, node incentives, and network reliability, offering a more resilient decentralized storage layer for Web3 applications.
Jul 8, 2025
BTFS SCAN 4.0 Mainnet went live, featuring a redesigned interface and expanded toolsets. The update gives users and developers deeper, more intuitive insights into v4.0 network health and storage metrics.
Jul 9, 2025
BTTC 2.0 unveiled its strategic Validator Partner Program. By deepening collaboration with professional node operators and ecosystem partners, this initiative aims to collectively strengthen network security and elevate the quality of cross-chain services.
Jul 21, 2025
BTFS 4.0 officially introduced the "Storage Provider" role at the protocol level. By clearly defining the responsibilities of nodes providing specialized storage services, the update optimizes the network's division of labor.
Jul 29, 2025
BTTC unveiled its Layer 2 scaling roadmap. The plan aims to leverage L2 technology to further boost cross-chain transaction throughput and speed up confirmation times, laying the groundwork for high-volume asset transfers in the future.
Aug 6, 2025
The team released a technical deep dive into BTFS Finder's security and privacy architecture. Highlighting the use of advanced encryption within a fully decentralized framework, the report reinforced how the protocol ensures Web3 users maintain absolute control over their personal data.
Aug 20, 2025
BTFS SCAN v4.0.1 launched, bringing critical bug fixes and an upgraded data dashboard. These enhancements deliver a smoother, more user-friendly experience for both developers and the general community.
Aug 21, 2025
BTFS released updated node requirements, standardizing open nodes as the fundamental infrastructure of the network. These streamlined standards allow users to deploy nodes and integrate with the network faster than ever.
Aug 27, 2025
BTFS rolled out an updated scoring system to comprehensively assess node accessibility. This update strengthens the synergy between BTFS and TRON while incentivizing nodes to improve their service quality.
Aug 27, 2025
BTIP-103 entered the official review phase, shifting community focus toward optimizing storage governance. This critical proposal supports the long-term scalability and resilience of TRON's decentralized infrastructure.
Sep 2, 2025
BitTorrent Chain integrated with Binance Wallet. This integration enables direct in-app BTTC staking, lowering entry barriers and broadening the ecosystem's reach.
Sep 10, 2025
BitTorrent Chain introduced a three-layer architecture to revolutionize cross-chain transactions. This structure includes an EVM-compatible BTTC Layer for transaction processing, a Delivery Layer for real-time state synchronization, and a Contract Layer acting as the cross-chain hub connecting to multiple public blockchains.
Sep 17, 2025
BTTC launched its visual cross-chain tracking feature, allowing users to monitor asset transfers in real time. The tool enhances transparency and provides greater clarity for cross-chain operations.
Sep 25, 2025
BTFS v4.1 Beta went live, delivering enhanced performance and expanded functionality. Community nodes and developers were invited to test this release, helping to establish a robust foundation for the upcoming mainnet upgrade.
Oct 9, 2025
BTFS Protocol v4.1 officially went live, delivering superior performance, stability, and scalability. Having been validated through rigorous testnet trials, these enhancements provide robust infrastructure for decentralized storage applications.
Oct 19, 2025
The BitTorrent Android Client Beta went through a major update, achieving significant improvements in download speed, performance, and UI design. This release lays a solid foundation for the upcoming official version.
Nov 6, 2025
DApps in the BTTC ecosystem announced support for six major wallets, significantly expanding user accessibility. Users can now seamlessly manage cross-chain and staking services directly through their preferred wallet providers.
Nov 20, 2025
BitTorrent unveiled its strategic roadmap for the AI era. By integrating decentralized storage, cross-chain infrastructure, and AI applications, BitTorrent is advancing its vision for a unified "BitTorrent × AI" ecosystem.
Dec 30, 2025
The beta version of the BTTC Bridge officially went live, offering a public cross-chain testing environment with a streamlined UI. Building on the stability of BTTC 2.0, this release completes the cross-chain infrastructure stack and is designed to gather crucial user data for the upcoming official launch.
Milestones
The year 2025 was defined by exponential growth for BitTorrent, with the ecosystem achieving 500M network nodes, 10M daily active users, 800 petabytes of BTFS storage capacity, and $1.63B in BTTC cross-chain volume. These metrics signal a transition beyond the experimental phase, demonstrating full-scale operational maturity across all core pillars: distribution, storage, and interoperability.
Founded with a leading peer-to-peer sharing technology standard in 2004, BitTorrent, Inc. is a consumer software company based in San Francisco. Its protocol is the largest decentralized P2P network in the world, driving 22% of upstream and 3% of downstream traffic globally.
Its flagship desktop and mobile products, BitTorrent and µTorrent, enable users to send large files over the internet, connecting legitimate third-party content providers with users. With over 100 million active users, BitTorrent products have been installed on over 1 billion devices in over 138 countries worldwide.
Since November 2018, TRON (TRX), Binance (BNB), and Bitcoin (BTC) holders have the opportunity to purchase one-year subscriptions of BitTorrent or µTorrent products, including Ads Free and Pro for Windows. Pro includes anti-virus and anti-malware screening, file converting and playability in HD. Users can visit bittorrent.com or utorrent.com to learn more.
02 Jan 2026 2:47am GMT
30 Dec 2025
Stories by BitTorrent Inc. on Medium
BitTorrent Weekly Report | 12.22–12.28


BitTorrent, powered by the world's largest decentralized P2P network, revolutionized file sharing by enabling faster, more efficient downloads. With over 100 million active users and products (BitTorrent & µTorrent) installed on over 1 billion devices, it has become a cornerstone of the internet.
In July 2018, TRON successfully acquired BitTorrent and all BitTorrent products. Now, with blockchain integration, BitTorrent is shaping the future of Web3 and decentralized content distribution, connecting creators directly with their audiences without centralized platforms.
30 Dec 2025 10:38am GMT