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Bitcoin Protocol Upgrade Advisory & Integration
Proactive consulting and technical integration services to prepare your applications, nodes, and infrastructure for Bitcoin protocol upgrades. We ensure compatibility, security, and operational continuity.
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, production-ready smart contracts built to your exact specifications.
- From Concept to Mainnet: Full lifecycle development, from initial design and
Hardhat/Foundrytesting to gas optimization and final deployment. - Security-First: Every contract undergoes peer review and static analysis, ensuring resilience against common vulnerabilities before external audits.
- Protocol-Specific Logic: Expertise in
ERC-20,ERC-721,ERC-1155, custom staking mechanisms, governance modules, and complex DeFi primitives.
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END-TO-END SUPPORT
Our Protocol Upgrade Service Pillars
We provide a structured, security-first approach to Bitcoin protocol upgrades, from initial assessment to post-deployment monitoring, ensuring your integration is robust, compliant, and future-proof.
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Strategic Upgrade Assessment
We analyze the impact of BIPs (Bitcoin Improvement Proposals) like Taproot or future soft forks on your infrastructure. Our reports detail required code changes, compatibility risks, and a phased rollout plan to minimize disruption.
72h
Initial Impact Report
100+
BIPs Tracked
02
Secure Node & Wallet Integration
Implementation of upgrade-specific logic for Bitcoin Core, LND, or custom wallet software. We ensure secure handling of new transaction types (e.g., P2TR) and script validation, backed by peer-reviewed code and internal audits.
Zero
Critical Bugs Shipped
99.9%
Test Coverage Target
04
Developer Training & Documentation
Equip your engineering team with deep-dive workshops on new opcodes, signature schemes, and best practices. We provide comprehensive, internal documentation to ensure long-term maintainability of the upgraded system.
< 1 Week
Team Ramp-up
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EXPERTISE YOU CAN TRUST
Why Partner with Chainscore for Your Upgrade
Our team of protocol specialists and infrastructure engineers de-risks your upgrade path, ensuring seamless integration, maximum security, and zero downtime.
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Protocol-Specific Expertise
Our engineers have contributed to Bitcoin Core and Lightning Network development. We provide deep technical analysis of BIPs, Taproot, and future upgrades, translating protocol changes into actionable integration plans.
10+
Years Protocol Experience
100+
BIPs Analyzed
02
Zero-Downtime Migration
We architect and execute phased upgrade rollouts with automated rollback capabilities. Our blue-green deployment strategies for nodes and wallets ensure 100% service continuity for your users during the transition.
100%
Uptime SLA
< 1 hour
Rollback Time
04
Production-Ready Tooling
We provide battle-tested internal tools for upgrade simulation, network fork monitoring, and automated health checks. Integrate with your existing CI/CD pipeline for continuous protocol compliance.
50+
Pre-built Monitors
< 2 weeks
Avg. Tool Integration
Make an Informed Infrastructure Decision
In-House vs. Chainscore Advisory: A Risk Comparison
Evaluating the total cost of ownership and risk profile for managing Bitcoin protocol upgrades internally versus with a dedicated advisory partner.
| Risk & Cost Factor | Build & Manage In-House | Chainscore Advisory |
|---|---|---|
Time to Upgrade Readiness | 3-6 months | 4-8 weeks |
Initial Security Audit | High (Unaudited Code Risk) | Low (Pre-Audited, Battle-Tested) |
Protocol Expertise Depth | Limited to Team Knowledge | Deep (Taproot, Lightning, Ordinals) |
Ongoing Maintenance Burden | Your Engineering Team | Managed by Chainscore |
Upgrade Failure Risk | High (Single Point of Failure) | Low (Redundant, Monitored Deployment) |
Compliance & Best Practices | Self-Researched | Integrated (Industry Standards) |
Total Year 1 Cost | $250K - $600K+ | $80K - $200K |
Post-Upgrade Support | Reactive (Your Team) | Proactive (SLA-Backed Monitoring) |
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STRUCTURED APPROACH
Our Four-Phase Engagement Process
A proven methodology for seamless Bitcoin protocol upgrades, from initial assessment to production deployment and ongoing support.
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Phase 1: Strategic Assessment & Roadmap
We conduct a comprehensive audit of your current Bitcoin infrastructure, analyze the impact of the target upgrade (e.g., Taproot, Lightning), and deliver a prioritized technical roadmap with risk mitigation strategies.
2-4 weeks
Assessment Timeline
100%
Compatibility Review
02
Phase 2: Architecture & Integration Design
Our architects design the integration blueprint, including node configuration, wallet updates, and transaction flow modifications. We provide detailed specifications for custom development and third-party dependencies.
Custom
Architecture Plans
Zero Downtime
Design Goal
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Phase 3: Development & Security Hardening
Engineers implement the upgrade with rigorous testing on Bitcoin testnets (Signet/Testnet). We perform security audits, peer reviews, and create automated deployment scripts to ensure a production-ready build.
Trail of Bits
Audit Standards
>95%
Test Coverage
04
Phase 4: Deployment & Ongoing Support
We manage the phased rollout to mainnet with real-time monitoring, provide team training, and establish an SLA-backed support plan for post-upgrade optimization and future protocol changes.
24/7
Launch Support
99.9%
Uptime SLA
Technical Advisory
Bitcoin Protocol Upgrade FAQs
Common questions from CTOs and technical leads about our Bitcoin upgrade advisory and integration services.
Our engagement follows a structured 4-phase methodology:
- Discovery & Audit: We analyze your current Bitcoin infrastructure, node setup, and wallet dependencies.
- Impact Assessment: We provide a detailed report on required code changes, testing scope, and risk mitigation for upgrades like Taproot or future soft forks.
- Implementation & Integration: Our engineers execute the upgrade, handling consensus rule changes, RPC updates, and wallet compatibility.
- Testing & Deployment: We conduct regression testing on testnet, simulate mainnet conditions, and manage the final production deployment. This process has been validated across 30+ Bitcoin upgrade projects.
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, gas-optimized smart contracts built by Web3-native engineers for production.
We architect and deploy battle-tested smart contracts that form the core logic of your dApp. Our development process is built on security-first principles and includes comprehensive unit testing, formal verification, and third-party audits.
Deliver production-ready contracts in 2-4 weeks, with a 99.9% security audit pass rate.
- Protocols & Standards:
ERC-20,ERC-721,ERC-1155,ERC-4626, and custom DeFi primitives. - Key Features: Gas optimization, upgradeability patterns, multi-signature admin controls, and pausable emergency stops.
- Tech Stack: Solidity 0.8+, Hardhat/Foundry, OpenZeppelin libraries, and Chainlink oracles.
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No Sales Fluff10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall