Lightning Network

The Litening: Will Litecoin Be the First Big Blockchain With Lightning?

A new test version of the Lightning Network launched today, marking a step toward a long-awaited live debut on a major cryptocurrency.

By Alyssa HertigMay 2, 2017

SegWit, a highly anticipated code change, is set to lock-in on the public litecoin blockchain today. Here's what you need to know.

By Alyssa HertigApr 26, 2017

A unique proposal aimed at scaling bitcoin’s transaction capacity via sidechains has been revealed in a new white paper.

By Alyssa HertigMar 8, 2017

Researchers have laid out a framework for a payment system they claim would be even faster than bitcoin's Lightning Network.

By Corin FaifeFeb 23, 2017

Construct's open-source developer conference saw notable discussions, though talk of bitcoin's scaling issues was a persistent theme.

By Alyssa HertigJan 31, 2017

Tadge Dryja, one of the developers behind a popular bitcoin scaling proposal, has joined MIT's blockchain and cryptocurrency group.

By Pete RizzoJan 31, 2017

There aren't many steps left before bitcoin's Lightning Network will be finished — or at least an early version of it.

By Alyssa HertigNov 12, 2016

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