Btrust partners with Chaincode Labs for 2026 Bitcoin Open‑Source Software Challenge

The ₿OSS Challenge is structured as a hands‑on learning track. In the first month, participants receive guided coding exercises, mentorship, and technical discussions led by active Bitcoin open‑source contributors. The subsequent two months split participants into two pathways: the top performers continue with advanced mentorship and project work directly through Chaincode Labs, while the remaining cohort accesses partner‑supported tracks to keep building skills and contributing code.

Since its inception, the program has focused on developers across Africa, a region that has seen a surge in Bitcoin‑related entrepreneurship and infrastructure development. The 2025 cohort produced several grantees funded by btrust’s own grant program, who now contribute full‑time to core Bitcoin and Lightning implementations. By replicating that model, the 2026 challenge aims to deepen the open‑source talent pool and accelerate the development of scalable, privacy‑preserving financial tools.

The collaboration aligns with broader trends in the crypto space, where institutions are increasingly investing in developer education to address talent shortages and foster sustainable ecosystem growth. Chaincode Labs, known for its contributions to Bitcoin Core and the Lightning Network, brings technical depth and a network of seasoned contributors, while btrust supplies funding and community outreach across emerging markets.

Developers interested in applying can submit their details through the program’s portal here. Further details about the partnership and curriculum are outlined in btrust’s blog post here.

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