Join us at Labitconf Nov 2nd on the State of the Art on Lightning Payments and eCash Panel!⚡️
We’ll explore the latest in speed, scalability, and security for Bitcoin Lightning and eCash.
🗓 Ocean Stage, 4:45 PM BA Time
VelasCommerce
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We are a software development team that enables businesses to integrate Bitcoin and Lightning payments and features into websites, mobile applications, enterprise systems, point of sale systems and more.
Had a great time watching @HannahMR on Connect the World discussing Lightning and Nostr incentives!
Exciting insights on the future of decentralized social media and the impact on the Bitcoin Network of multi-asset Lightning. Can’t wait to see where this goes! ⚡
Planning a new Bitcoin project? Watch this space!
We’re putting together a comprehensive guide on all the major Bitcoin testing networks—dropping this week📝
Learn how to choose the right network for your project to save time, cut costs, and deliver a reliable product! ⚡️
New NOSTR follow recommendation:
Check out @Picnic Groups—a local community app with a built-in Bitcoin wallet powered by @Breez ⚡️.
Perfect for getting your local surf or yoga instructor paid in Bitcoin! 🌊🧘♀️
They're new here, check them out!
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Hey Bitcoin builders! Bitcoin Core v28 is out with key upgrades:
✅ Testnet4 support
✅ Enhanced DoS protection
✅ Faster node sync with UTXO assume
✅ Package relay to handle Lightning fee spikes
Get the new version:
Bitcoin Core
Bitcoin Core 28.0
Bitcoin Core 28.0
Just tested the new @speedwallet WooCommerce plugin—it’s impressive⚡️
✅ Setup in under 5 minutes
🛠 Testnet mode works great
⚡️ Bitcoin, Lightning, and stablecoin payments in seconds
🔧 Simple config for non-tech site operators wanting Bitcoin payments
A great option for WooCommerce stores!
Check it out:
Speed Bitcoin and Stablecoin Payments for WooCommerce – WordPress plugin | WordPress.org
Congrats to @Mysterious Hamster and @Alby on integrating NOSTR Wallet Connect! 🎉 A big step forward for Lightning wallet interoperability that’s set to unlock some amazing UX possibilities.
Great job, everyone—keep pushing forward ⚡
More on NWC here: 
Nostr Wallet Connect
An open protocol to connect bitcoin wallets to apps
Friday afternoon meme time.
Maybe that’s not a normal fever 😁
Eternal thanks to @Pleb Underground as always for this one!
You send BTC but they receive a USD stablecoin?
They send a USD stablecoin but you receive BTC?
Send funds around the world for a fraction of a penny?
This is what’s possible with Taproot Assets on Lightning. Check out this video from Speed Wallet demoing their new Taproot Assets functionality with their USDTL stablecoin.
In the latest Bitcoin Commerce Roundup, we dive into Bitcoin ATMs—a crucial part of Bitcoin adoption and a classic business model. But watch out: they’re also being misused in a surge of crypto scams targeting older consumers.
🚨 Remember, real businesses and agencies never ask for Bitcoin ATM payments. Stay safe and spread the word!
Madeira tops 100 Businesses now accepting Bitcoin 🏝️
Portuguese circular bitcoin economy hits a big business adoption milestone.
Check out this new feature we’re working on for the Picnic Groups app:
"Send All" closes all Lightning channels and sends the bitcoin back to an on-chain address.
For the user it all happens in a couple of taps.
Powered by the @Breez ⚡️ Lightning SDK
Tryout Picnic Groups here:
Picnic Groups
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Hey San Juan, we're excited to talk scaling bitcoin with the Crypto Monday crew next week! Let’s get in depth on how to grow bitcoin and the Lightning Network together ⚡
See you there!
We’re loving this podcast by Stephan Livera and Tankred Hase. It’s a deep dive into scaling #Bitcoin and various solutions to the “last mile problem” for non-custodial Lightning Network payments like Fedimint and Liquid⚡
Don’t miss it:
Background on the last mile by @npub1uatf9mr3za8xnr0370gl2acc2k7vfeh9dpyf6t426jyasyry4nnqe7n24e
Stephan Livera
Can Lightning Liquidity Be Solved with Liquid? With Tankred Hase SLP601
Tankred Hase has experience working with various Bitcoin and Lightning companies such as Lightning Labs and Swan previously. He joins me to talk ab...
Bitcoin Magazine
Assessing The Lightning Network's Last-Mile Solutions
A look at different solutions to solving the issue of end users interactions with the Lightning network, i.e. the last mile problem.
Integrating your app or website with @BTCPayServer? The Greenfield API offers solutions for (almost) every use-case ⚡ Check out these PHP examples: 
For precise control of the internal Lightning Node, dive into our detailed guide: 
GitHub
GitHub - btcpayserver/btcpayserver-greenfield-php
Contribute to btcpayserver/btcpayserver-greenfield-php development by creating an account on GitHub.
Velas Commerce
BTCPay Server and LND gRPC: Connecting the Dots | Velas Commerce
Unlock the full potential of your BTCPay Server's LND Lightning Network node with gRPC. Learn how to automate tasks, manage liquidity, and gai...
We’ve been diving deep into channel factories—a potential solution for #Bitcoin scaling. But their viability hinges on a covenant upgrade that could impact Bitcoin’s fungibility 🤔
Explore more on covenants in this insightful article:
Sounds like inspiration for tomorrow's
San Juan Bit Devs : )
Soft-Fork/Covenant Dependent Layer 2 Review
On-chain wallets achieve a roughly 1-1 mapping of transactions to transactions:for every economic transaction that a user performs, roughly one blo...
Got a WordPress WooCommerce site? Add #Bitcoin and #Lightning payments easily with https://btcpayserver.org/⚡
Extensions and deployment options are available for all skill levels—no matter if you’re just starting out or a bitcoin pro. The only limit is your imagination.
Check it out!
Did you know you can pay for a VPN with #Bitcoin? 🦈 Surfshark has you covered, including #Lightning payments! ⚡ We tested it out today, it’s smooth and when you pay with bitcoin there are no worries about subscription fees.
If you're looking for a VPN and want to support a Bitcoin-friendly business, give them a try!
Surfshark
Best VPN service that accepts Bitcoin (& other cryptocurrencies)
Buy a VPN with Bitcoin in three simple steps. Explore how to get your crypto VPN and why cryptocurrency is a safe way to pay for your online privac...
Looking for a Bitcoin-focused alternative to scammy group chats? 📱 Need a space to post events, services, and get paid in #Bitcoin?
PicnicMore.com integrates Breez SDK for self-custody wallets and Voltage Cloud nodes for low-cost #Lightning payments. No bots, no altcoins—just secure, community-focused chat.
🚀 Working on a guide to help you choose the best test network for your #Bitcoin projects! So far, we’re covering:
➡️ Regtest
➡️ Simnet
➡️ Signet
➡️ Mutinynet
➡️ Testnet3
➡️ Testnet4
Did we miss any? Your feedback is welcome! 🙌