By publicly exploiting a bug on Lightning that could have put users’ funds at risk, the developer was acting in the best interests of Bitcoin node runners.
Author: Shinobi
The RBF Debate Is A Matter Of Incentives And Individual Choice
Full RBF, while contentious, is essentially a matter of time, either through incentivized miners or through individual nodes.
On This White Paper Day, Remember What Satoshi’s Original Publication Is And What It Isn’t
The Bitcoin white paper is far from a comprehensive definition of the Bitcoin network and too many have forgotten that.
Addressing The Realities Of Taro’s Limitations
While Taro is certainly useful, it might not be the total answer to scaling that proponents are describing it as.
Learning From The LND Bug That Could Have Robbed The Lighting Network
A bug resulting in the stalling of LND and btcd nodes had minimal impact — but it could have been much worse.
The U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency Narrative Is A Fantasy
Implementing a CBDC would not only negatively impact the U.S. economy, but is literally beyond the capability of the government.
Bitcoin Will Replace SWIFT Before It Replaces Visa
Bitcoin is a perfect fit as a means of exchange for entities who would traditionally make up the majority of transactions on SWIFT.
Mining Concentration In America Poses A Major Threat To Bitcoin
Blind patriotism encouraging further centralization of mining in America is a regulatory capture trap.
Is Channel Jamming A Threat To Bitcoin’s Lightning Network?
Channel jamming has emerged as a potential attack vector for Bitcoin’s Lightning Network. But does it pose a real threat?
Examining The Incentives Of Stablecoins On Bitcoin
The incentive impacts that stablecoins have on Ethereum could equally arise in Bitcoin if enough value is brought into the equation.