Bitcoin News Today: Thesis* Builds Circular Bitcoin Economy with Merged Earnings Platform

Lolli, a prominent Bitcoin rewards platform and portfolio company of venture studio Thesis, has acquired Slice, a browser extension that rewards users with Bitcoin for passive browsing. The acquisition, announced on October 30, 2025, aims to unify the fragmented Bitcoin rewards ecosystem by integrating Slice's browsing-based earning model with Lolli's existing platform, which already allows users to earn Bitcoin through shopping and gaming. The combined platform will eliminate the need for users to juggle multiple services, streamlining access to Bitcoin rewards while expanding merchant partnerships and global reach, according to a Chainwire report.

Matt Luongo, Founder and CEO of Thesis, emphasized the strategic importance of the move, stating that the integration will "make it easier than ever for newly minted Bitcoiners to stack sats." He highlighted the acquisition as part of a broader trend of consolidation in the Bitcoin rewards sector, with Thesis planning to continue exploring similar opportunities. The deal follows a recent partnership with Mezo, another Thesis project, which will facilitate withdrawals for users, further enhancing the ecosystem's utility, the report added.

Lolli, founded in 2018, has already enabled over 600,000 users to earn Bitcoin through partnerships with 50,000+ retailers and 1,000+ mobile games. Slice, meanwhile, has gained traction by rewarding users for everyday online activities without requiring changes to their browsing habits. The acquisition will combine these strengths, offering a unified platform that rewards users for both shopping and browsing. Additionally, the integration will expand Slice's merchant network, positioning it as a global Bitcoin rewards hub, the Chainwire piece noted.

Thesis, which has previously launched projects like Fold, Mezo, and tBTC, described the acquisition as a step toward building a "circular Bitcoin economy" where users can actively earn and grow their holdings. The venture studio's focus on BitcoinFi—financial services built on Bitcoin—aligns with broader industry efforts to enhance Bitcoin's utility beyond mere speculation or storage. Luongo noted that the acquisition reflects growing confidence in Bitcoin's role in everyday financial activities, a sentiment echoed by recent market developments, including rising onchain fees and institutional interest, the report observed.

The deal marks Thesis's second major acquisition in the Bitcoin rewards space, following previous strategic moves to consolidate fragmented platforms. While details about the financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed, the company indicated that further integrations with its BitcoinFi ecosystem will be announced in the coming months. For now, the combined platform is expected to attract a larger user base by simplifying access to Bitcoin rewards, potentially accelerating adoption among mainstream consumers, the Chainwire article concluded.