Zest Protocol lets users put Bitcoin collateral to work on another chain, including borrowing stablecoins while BTC remains in a Bitcoin vault.

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About Zest V2

Zest Protocol offers Bitcoin Collateral Vaults that hold BTC in a self-custodial Taproot vault on Bitcoin L1 while representing the vault state on another chain. That representation can be used by applications, for example to borrow stablecoins, without moving, wrapping or bridging the BTC.

Positions are opened, managed and closed with a standard Bitcoin key, with partial withdrawals and top-ups. The site also presents Stacks-based earn, borrow and swap interfaces and identifies ZEST as its native token, with a demo vault for exploration.

Key features

  • Hold BTC in self-custodial Taproot vault on Bitcoin L1
  • Represent vault state on destination chain for applications
  • Borrow stablecoins against vault value without moving BTC
  • Open, manage and close position with standard Bitcoin key
  • Make partial withdrawals and top-ups in flexible amounts
  • Access Stacks-based earn, borrow and swap interfaces
Best for: Bitcoin holders who want to use BTC as collateral on another chain while it stays in a Bitcoin vault.
Good for
  • BTC described as staying on Bitcoin without wrapping or bridging
  • Same coins go in and out without pooling with others
  • Position and recovery managed with a standard Bitcoin key

Zest V2 at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Zest V2 FAQ

How do Bitcoin Collateral Vaults work?
BTC goes into a self-custodial Taproot vault on Bitcoin L1, the vault state is represented on the destination chain, and applications act on that state.
How is BTC recovered?
The site states the same coins go in and come out without pooling, a debt-free withdrawal is programmatic, and BTC is recoverable with a standard Bitcoin key even if the destination chain fails.
What is ZEST?
ZEST is described as the native token of Zest Protocol, and the site advises verifying the official contract before interacting.
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