Starknet, a layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum, has partnered with Lombard Finance to integrate LBTC, a Bitcoin liquid staking token (LST) backed 1:1 by native Bitcoin, into its ecosystem. This integration aims to enhance liquidity and expand DeFi opportunities within Starknet, leveraging Bitcoin's credibility and DeFi's creativity. LBTC will enable users to access a variety of DeFi use cases on Starknet. The integration is part of Starknet's strategy to expand into the Bitcoin ecosystem, in addition to its existing Ethereum capabilities. Starknet has advanced to a pure Stage 1 ZK Rollup, as recognized by L2BEAT, emphasizing its commitment to security and decentralization. This positions Starknet as a highly active and engaged ZK rollup. The expansion of Bitcoin liquidity into Starknet and other ecosystems, such as Sui with the integration of sBTC, reflects a trend of major blockchain platforms competing to onboard Bitcoin liquidity and enhance their DeFi offerings.