# Roadmap

Q3 2025 – Foundation and Presale

* Finalization of the LayerBTC core architecture (MVP version),
* Launch of the $LBTC token presale to fund ongoing development and community expansion.,
* Start of the first external security audit covering the core protocol components.,

Q4 2025 – Testnet and Developer Tools

* Internal testing of Lightning-based payments and programmable vault policies.,
* Launch of SDK v0.9 (beta) for key programming languages such as TypeScript, Kotlin, and Rust.,
* Cooperation and testing with select partners and developers on the testnet.,

Q1 2026 – Mainnet Vaults & SDK v1

* Release of SDK v1.0 (stable) for production-grade app and wallet integrations.,
* Activation of user-controlled smart vaults (MuSig2 + policy engine).,
* Launch of the LayerBTC Developer Grant Program, funded by $LBTC, to support builders and early contributors.,
* Start of the second protocol audit, focused on asset issuance and vault logic.,

Q2 2026 – Liquidity and Business Integrations

* Launch of the LayerBTC Liquidity Program to support node operators and improve routing efficiency.,
* Beta release of the DAO Launchpad for community projects (testnet).,
* Rollout of early B2B APIs for fintech platforms, custodians, and service providers.,

Q3 2026 – Cross-Chain Expansion

* Research and design phase for Zero-knowledge payment channels for enhanced privacy (long-term research).,
* Expansion of the Liquidity Program to support $LBTC staking pools.,
* DAO Launchpad v1 goes live on mainnet, supporting permissionless community token launches.,

Q4 2026 – Interoperability and Privacy

* Ongoing audit preparation for bridge security and interoperability mechanisms.,
* Mainnet deployment of the Cross-Chain Bridge, connecting LayerBTC to external ecosystems (subject to successful audits).,
* Early alpha release of Private Assets and ZK-based features in testnet environments.