Hotstuff Labs has introduced Hotstuff L1, a new DeFi-native Layer 1 blockchain platform aimed at enhancing on-chain trading and global fiat connectivity. The platform features high-performance on-chain order books and a programmable financial routing layer, powered by the DracoBFT consensus protocol. This setup enables validators to facilitate transactions, payments, and fiat access. Backed by prominent investors such as Delphi Digital and Stake Capital, Hotstuff L1 is now available for public testing. The testnet invites traders, developers, and validators to explore and integrate with the platform, promising a robust infrastructure for decentralized finance applications.