As we edge closer to the pivotal moments of the TopBuilder competition, the air is thick with anticipation and the spirit of innovation. Our community, a vibrant tapestry of thinkers, creators, and visionaries, has embarked on a journey that promises to redefine the contours of the Bitcoin ecosystem.

The Road Traveled

Since the inception of the TopBuilder competition on December 18th, 2023, we've witnessed an overwhelming wave of creativity and ambition. With over 275 applications and 71 completed submissions, the broader Bitcoin community has demonstrated a profound commitment to fostering growth and advancement within Bitcoin and Lightning projects.

The Milestone Ahead

As we approach the first significant milestone on February 10th, 2024, the time to reflect on our progress and gear up for the next phase is now. This moment marks not just a checkpoint but a beacon of opportunity to showcase our strides and the boundaries we're pushing.

Essential Tasks Before February 9th, 2024

In anticipation of this milestone, we urge all participants to ensure the following tasks are completed before February 9th, 2024:

• Project Progression: Keep the community in the loop with your latest project developments. Your updates are the narrative of your journey, a testament to your hard work and dedication.

• Community Interaction & Visibility: Engage with the community on platforms like Nostr and Twitter, using #TopBuilder2024. Share your experiences, challenges, and triumphs. Your story is an inspiration, a catalyst for collaboration and support.

• Workshop Engagement: Our workshops are a treasure trove of knowledge and insights to propel your project to new heights. If you've missed any, we encourage you to delve into the materials provided and weave those learnings into the fabric of your project.

• Overall Project Evolution: Look at your project from a bird's-eye view. Consider user feedback, market positioning, and strategic planning. Your project is a living entity, evolving and adapting to the ever-changing landscape of the Bitcoin ecosystem.

The Path Forward

As we stand on the cusp of narrowing down the competition, the journey ahead is both exhilarating and daunting. The next milestone on February 24th will see a further reduction in the number of teams, honing in on those ready to take their projects to the Startup Day stage in Austin, TX, on March 14th, 2024.

A Call to Action

This is a moment of unity, a call to action for all participants to rally, to support one another, and to push the boundaries of what we believe is possible. Your dedication, innovation, and vision are shaping the future of the Bitcoin ecosystem.

We stand together as a community, ready to face the challenges ahead and emerge stronger, more connected, and more innovative than ever before.

Let's make these milestones markers of time but beacons of progress and achievement. 

We are building the future, one Bitcoin business at a time.

🤙Onward

Team PlebLab

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