New York, NY, October 29th, 2025, Chainwire — By enabling BTC holders to earn a sustainable yield directly from their Bitcoin wallets, Acre is setting a new standard for decentralized and transparent Bitcoin finance.
Acre, a Bitcoin-first platform that allows BTC holders to compound their coins while maintaining self-custody, today announced the launch of its estimated 14% APY vault. This marks a significant step toward transforming Bitcoin from a passive store of value into a productive asset.
Bitcoin holders can participate directly from their wallets without the complexity of DeFi bridging and without sacrificing self-custody. The Acre Security Council vets all strategies, and all rewards are automatically converted back to native Bitcoin. This approach not only empowers users but also brings vital liquidity to protocols and builders reimagining finance built around Bitcoin.
Key Features
- Self-Custodial: Users retain full control of their BTC at all times.
- Sustainable Rewards: Acre vaults employ time-tested, onchain yield sources.
- BTC Rewards Only: All rewards are paid directly in Bitcoin, with no exposure to unfamiliar tokens or chains.
- Auto-Compounding: Acre automatically reinvests BTC earnings for maximum growth.
Acre’s first vault, with an estimated 14% APY, is curated by Re7 Labs, with vault infrastructure provided by Midas—two trusted leaders in DeFi automation and vault management. Previously reserved for institutions and high-net-worth individuals, this strategy includes a portfolio of time-tested techniques such as liquidity provision, options, and Layer 2 staking, combined with Re7’s industry-leading risk management approach.
Each Acre vault must meet strict risk management criteria and undergo thorough review and approval by the Acre Security Council, ensuring robust oversight and transparency. The Council includes executives and members from respected organizations including Lido, Anagram, LedgerPrime, and Threshold. For more details, refer to the Acre Deployment Policy.
Leadership Perspectives
“Today, Bitcoin holders are forced to choose between giving up control to a custodian or navigating the complexities of DeFi bridging, vault rotation, rebalancing, and selling off altcoins—often for barely 1% yield,” said Laura Wallendal, CEO of Acre. “Acre removes that tradeoff by providing a secure, transparent way to earn compounding yield on BTC, without custodial risk or typical DeFi complexity.”
“The team at Acre has taken a comprehensive approach to building a yield platform rooted in transparency, risk management, and strong governance,” said Evgeny Gokhberg, Founder & CIO at Re7 Capital. “Together, we’re advancing institutional DeFi infrastructure, with this launch marking a key step on Ethereum Mainnet and expanding access to BTC yields within DeFi.”
“Acre has taken a collaborative approach, giving BTC holders access to potential earning opportunities while maintaining strong transparency and operational safeguards,” noted Dennis Dinkelmeyer, CEO of Midas. “Responsible partnerships like this are key to building user confidence and supporting the growth of onchain financial products.”
According to recent research, 73% of Bitcoin holders are interested in earning yield, but more than 40% would allocate less than 20% of their holdings to Bitcoin finance (BTCFi) products due to concerns around trust and complexity. Acre directly addresses this gap by combining transparent onchain infrastructure with oversight from the Acre Security Council.
About Acre
Acre is a Bitcoin-first platform designed to help BTC holders compound their bitcoin while maintaining full control of their assets. By connecting Bitcoin to decentralized protocols, including lending, insurance, and Bitcoin Layer 2 networks, Acre provides a seamless way for users to grow their Bitcoin holdings without complexity or the risk introduced by centralized custodians.
Founded by the team behind projects like Fold, Casa, Thesis, and tBTC, and supported by leaders from Lido, Eigenlayer, Midas, and Re7, Acre brings over a decade of Bitcoin expertise with a focus on simplicity and transparency.
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