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Binance, one of the world\u2019s largest crypto exchanges, is seeking to make a major upgrade to its Bitcoin infrastructure. After developer and Taproot Wizard founder<\/a> Udi Wertheimer reported finding<\/a> \u201cBinance nodes\u201d on the Lightning Network on June 16, the exchange giant has now revealed its intention to integrate Lightning, a layer two scalability solution built on the Bitcoin blockchain.\u00a0<\/p>\n Although Binance made this announcement via Twitter<\/a> in the early morning of June 20, the company did not provide a specific timeline for the completion of the Lightning Network integration, stating that there is still more technical work to be done. Notably, though, this move seems aimed at streamlining and expediting deposits and withdrawals for its users.<\/p>\n #Binance<\/a> is working to integrate the #Bitcoin<\/a> Lightning Network for deposits and withdrawals. <\/p>\n Some eagle-eyed users spotted our new lightning nodes recently. Yes \u2013 that’s us! <\/p>\n However, there’s still more tech work to be done. We’ll update once Lightning is fully integrated. https:\/\/t.co\/N0oN8561sN<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Binance (@binance) June 20, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n Bitcoiners have been trying to convince @binance<\/a> to add lightning support for 7 years<\/p>\n Today, Binance finally has its own lightning node!<\/p>\n What changed their minds? Base layer congestion DUE TO ORDINALS.<\/p>\n We do a lil magic \ud83e\uddd9\u200d\u2642\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/KyUFPcu4SH<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Udi Wertheimer (@udiWertheimer) June 20, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Binance had hinted at the integration of the Lightning Network in May when it temporarily paused BTC withdrawals<\/a> on two occasions due to a flood of pending transactions. The Lightning Network offers a solution to Bitcoin\u2019s limitations by allowing users to send and receive Bitcoin rapidly and with minimal fees. With this in mind, many in the crypto-sphere had been on the lookout to ascertain whether or not the exchange would make good on the rumors.<\/p>\n \u201cThe Bitcoin network has struggled with processing a large number of transactions, currently managing just seven to ten transactions per second,\u201d explained Binance in a May blog post<\/a>. \u201cThis limitation has long been known as a drawback of the Bitcoin network and is why projects like the Lightning Network, which can speed up transactions without impacting the main network, have gained popularity.\u201d<\/p>\n Notably, with this latest move, Binance joins the likes of Bitfinex, Kraken, River Financial, OKX, and others in integrating the Lightning Network into its platforms. Considering the network can reportedly handle<\/a> millions of transactions per second, users on Binance already seem to be overtly pleased with the integration.<\/p>\n Although events are still transpiring<\/a> in response to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission\u2019s lawsuit against Binance<\/a>, the implementation of Lightning on the exchange seems to mark a significant step forward \u2014 one that signals the platform\u2019s evolution and desire to continually benefit users.<\/p>\n It wouldn\u2019t be an understatement to say that the integration of this technology has the potential to revolutionize transaction speeds and reduce congestion on the Bitcoin network, providing a more seamless experience for Binance\u2019s core customers. Yet, even at face value, Binance\u2019s move to integrate Lightning demonstrates its commitment to enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of its platform: an essential functionality for fueling a more widespread adoption and mainstream acceptance of digital currencies.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s note: This article was written by an nft now staff member in collaboration with OpenAI\u2019s GPT-4.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nBinance onboards the Lightning Network<\/h2>\n
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