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Business Insider
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Blockware and Voltage Unlock Zero-Lead Time Bitcoin Miner Deployment with Lightning
Houston, TX, US, June 26th, 2025, Chainwire Blockware, a leading provider of Bitcoin Mining services, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Voltage, the premier enterprise-grade infrastructure provider for the Bitcoin Lightning Network. This integration brings Lightning-native payments directly to the Blockware Marketplace, allowing customers to purchase hosted Bitcoin miners with instant settlement and begin mining immediately. By combining Blockware's turnkey mining platform with Voltage's Lightning infrastructure, users can now go from 'buying' to 'mining' in seconds — a revolutionary shift in an industry that has historically been plagued by shipping delays, power build-outs, and opaque hardware sourcing. 'This partnership enables the ultimate Bitcoin mining edge: immediate, on-demand access,' said Mason Jappa, CEO of Blockware. 'We're eliminating friction for miners and radically accelerating the speed at which capital can convert into compute.' The integration enables buyers on the Blockware Marketplace to use Lightning payments for hardware purchases, hosting fees, and miner deployment. By leveraging the scalability and speed of the Lightning Network, Blockware is pioneering a new frontier of infrastructure-as-a-service, where mining capacity is treated like liquid digital inventory — as fast and borderless as Bitcoin itself. 'Lightning is key to making Bitcoin scalable as a medium of exchange, and mining is the key to Bitcoin's longevity and security,' said Graham Krizek, Founder and CEO of Voltage. Together, we're giving Bitcoiners a faster, simpler, and overall better way to stack sats and participate in the exciting space of Bitcoin mining.' This innovation reinforces Blockware's mission to make Bitcoin mining accessible, transparent, and capital efficient for everyone — from institutions to plebs. With real-time provisioning and Lightning-native checkout, the Blockware Marketplace now represents the fastest path to self-sovereign Bitcoin acquisition on Earth. About Blockware Blockware is at the forefront of Bitcoin mining and infrastructure innovation, delivering products and services that empower miners and enterprises in the digital asset ecosystem. With a focus on cutting-edge technology, scalable solutions, and operational excellence, Blockware is driving the future of Bitcoin infrastructure globally. Voltage is the leading enterprise-grade infrastructure provider for the Bitcoin Lightning Network. Offering node hosting, liquidity management, and developer tools, Voltage makes it easy for companies to build, deploy, and scale applications on Lightning. Blockware
Globe and Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
LQWD Establishes Advisory Board of Bitcoin Experts to Drive BTC Accumulation and Lightning Network Strategy
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 26, 2025) - LQWD Technologies Corp. (TSXV: LQWD) (OTCQX: LQWDF) ("LQWD" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Callahan, Jesse Myers, and Coyn Mateer to its Bitcoin Advisory Board. This newly formed board—comprised of respected experts in the Bitcoin ecosystem—will provide strategic guidance as LQWD accelerates the growth of its Bitcoin treasury and maximize the deployment of BTC across its Lightning Network-based transaction infrastructure. Shone Anstey, CEO of LQWD, commented: "By bringing together some of the world's most respected voices and brightest minds in the space, this advisory board strengthens our ability to aggressively grow our Bitcoin holdings, earn yield and expand our fee-based Lightning infrastructure that supports real-world Bitcoin adoption." The founding members of LQWD's Strategic Bitcoin Advisory Board are: Sam Callahan A highly respected market analyst in the Bitcoin space, Sam's insights are widely distributed across major financial outlets including CNBC, Bloomberg, Yahoo! Finance, Fox Business, and Forbes. He advises several Bitcoin-focused companies and recently collaborated with investment strategist Lyn Alden. Sam brings deep expertise in Bitcoin markets and economic trends. Jesse Myers Jesse is a Bitcoin strategist with UTXO Management, working directly with global companies to integrate Bitcoin treasury and analytics strategies. His research, including "Once-in-a-Species" and "Bitcoin's Full Potential Valuation" has been foundational to leading corporate Bitcoin strategies, including Michael Saylor's valuation model. Jesse previously co-founded Onramp Bitcoin, worked at Bain & Company, and holds an MBA from Stanford. Coyn Mateer Coyn is a co-founder at UTXO Management and 210k Capital, a private investment fund focused on the Bitcoin ecosystem. He has been investing and advocating for Bitcoin since 2013 and brings a decade of experience in both public and private Bitcoin markets. Prior to UTXO Coyn was a part of the founding team of the worlds largest Bitcoin Conference. Coyn and his team are currently focused on seeding, advising and accelerating bitcoin treasury companies and adoption across the globe. About LQWD Technologies Corp. Canada's Bitcoin treasury strategy, LQWD Technologies is purpose built for the Bitcoin Lightning era. We are at the forefront of enabling fee-based transactions at scale on Lightning Network. For more information, please visit LQWD's corporate presentation and connect with the Company's Lightning Network nodes in real time. For further information: Ashley Garnot, Director Phone: 1.604.669.0912 Email: ashley@ Website: X: @LQWDTech Forward-Looking Statements This release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the Company's business plans and the outlook of the Company's industry. Although the Company believes, considering the experience of its officers and directors, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors that have been considered appropriate, that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on them because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this release and the Company assumes no responsibility to update them or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances other than as required by applicable securities laws.
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Millionaire-Maker AI Cryptocurrency Hiding in Plain Sight
Despite the constant hype about artificial intelligence, most AI cryptocurrencies are down anywhere from 40% to 60% in 2025. While Bitcoin was never designed for AI, it has certain inherent characteristics that could make it useful in future iterations of AI. According to billionaire Michael Saylor, AI will be a demand driver for Bitcoin and other forms of digital capital. 10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › The convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) with blockchain technology was supposed to produce a new crop of millionaire-maker "AI cryptos." Unfortunately, that hasn't been the case. Every single AI investment thesis has flopped this year, with many top AI cryptos down anywhere from 40% to 60% for the year. But what if we're looking in the wrong place? What if the millionaire-maker AI crypto is hiding in plain sight? Yes, I'm talking about Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). During a recent Bloomberg interview, billionaire Michael Saylor, the founder and executive chairman of Strategy, suggested that the rise of artificial intelligence might actually be bullish for Bitcoin. As Saylor points out, AI agents will soon be conducting tens of thousands of micro-transactions per minute. As a result, they will need some form of digital currency to carry out those transactions. Saylor suggests that the Bitcoin Lightning Network, the super-fast payment network built on top of the core Bitcoin blockchain, might be the answer. In fact, he even calls AI a "demand driver" for Bitcoin. In many ways, Saylor's view of AI and Bitcoin is similar to the view held by Cathie Wood of Ark Invest. In 2023, the Ark Invest team discussed Bitcoin's potential to become "the currency for AI." This was less than one year into the ChatGPT revolution, but Cathie Wood was already talking about the role of AI agents. If you want these AI agents to do your tasks (such as buying something for you online), you're going to need to give them a way to pay for things. This is where Bitcoin enters the picture. Since a single Bitcoin can be split into 100 million different pieces (each known as a Satoshi), this makes it very useful from the perspective of micro-transactions. That's one big advantage that a digital currency such as Bitcoin has over traditional fiat currencies (which can only be split into 100 different pieces). The potential intersection of AI and Bitcoin raises all sorts of fascinating questions. Is Bitcoin really the best digital currency to carry out all of these AI micro-transactions? Can the energy-intensive Bitcoin network deal with the energy-intensive needs of AI? And, perhaps most importantly, will AI agents outsmart their human masters and decide to hoard all their Bitcoin, instead of spending it as they're told? Keep in mind: Bitcoin was not built for AI. Bitcoin launched in 2009, long before anyone was talking about ChatGPT, generative AI, or large language models. Obviously, there is no mention of AI in the famous Bitcoin whitepaper. However, in the whitepaper, Satoshi Nakamoto did describe Bitcoin as a "peer-to-peer electronic cash system." So, if you think about AI bots as being "peers," then maybe Nakamoto was right after all. Only it won't be the humans doing all the transactions on the electronic cash network -- it will be the AI bots. Right now, the core Bitcoin blockchain can't handle the massive activity load required by AI, since it can only handle a paltry seven transactions per second. So it will require new solutions built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain. For example, the Bitcoin Lightning Network can theoretically process more than 1 million transactions per second. If you're looking to invest in AI cryptos, there are plenty of options. According to CoinMarketCap, there are now eight AI cryptos with a market cap higher than $1 billion. The problem, quite frankly, is that their performance this year has been ghastly. Of these eight cryptocurrencies, the top performer has been Bittensor, which is actually down 17% for the year. Most AI cryptos are down anywhere from 40% to 60% for the year, and some smaller-cap AI cryptos are down 90% or more. You're probably not going to become a crypto millionaire investing in these coins. What's particularly striking is that nobody has been talking about the intersection of AI and crypto in 2025. For example, Sam Altman, the founder of OpenAI, recently penned a blog post on the future of super-intelligent AI ("The Gentle Singularity") and did not include a single mention of crypto. So maybe it's still too early to be talking about the intersection of AI and crypto, or the emergence of new millionaire-maker cryptos. 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Time Business News
18-06-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
Top 10 Blockchain Development Challenges and How to Overcome Them
Let's start this blog with statistics! Last year, global blockchain adoption reached $10 trillion in transaction volume. Despite this massive growth, developers still face specific issues. Why? Building on the blockchain isn't just about smart contract development or token creation; it is a complex landscape filled with unique challenges that developers often don't anticipate. From scalability issues to regulatory uncertainties, building on the blockchain isn't as easy as it seems. Understanding these blockchain issues is essential, not just to survive but to thrive in the Web3 era. In this blog, we'll discuss the top blockchain development challenges and offer solutions to help you navigate them easily. Without further ado, let's begin with the blog! Below are some of the existing blockchain challenges, along with their solutions on how to address them. The scalability of blockchain remains a significant hurdle. While Ethereum's transaction throughput is limited to approximately 15-30 transactions per second, financial networks like Visa can handle over 24,000 TPS. This affects the blockchain's potential for widespread adoption. As the adoption of blockchain technology increases, especially in industries like supply chain and finance, the demand for higher transaction speeds and lower costs rises. Without scalable solutions, blockchain networks result in risk congestion, increased fees, and slower transaction times. There are exciting innovations tackling the scalability issue right now, such as: The Lightning Network is a second-layer protocol built on top of blockchains. It allows transactions to happen off-chain and settle instantly. This means faster payments, reduced fees, and less congestion on the main chain. Sharding is a solution that splits the blockchain into smaller and more manageable pieces called 'shards'. Each shard handles its transactions and smart contracts, which allows multiple processes to run in parallel. Blockchain technology is known for its secure nature. But that doesn't mean it's not prone to security attacks. In fact, in 2024, over $1.8 billion was lost to blockchain-related hacks and exploits. Blockchain technology involves security risks. One minor coding flaw can result in massive financial losses and irreversible damage to a project's reputation. Smart contracts must undergo regular third-party audits to rule out all vulnerabilities and bugs. You can utilize platforms like Immunefi that allow developers to crowdsource security testing by rewarding ethical hackers. Another way is to use multi-signature wallets and time delays on critical functions to prevent anonymous access. Indeed, blockchain operates globally, but its laws vary across different jurisdictions and countries. In 2025, over 60% of countries are still drafting or revising crypto regulations, which creates massive uncertainty for developers and entrepreneurs. You might work on building a compliant blockchain product today, but there are huge chances that it may get banned or restricted tomorrow. It is important to keep track of evolving regulations in your target markets. For that, you can use platforms like CoinDesk or The Block for updates. You can hire blockchain experts who specialize in crypto law. They can even help you structure your tokenomics and compliance approach. The other way is to consider regulatory-friendly jurisdictions like Switzerland, Singapore, and the UAE, which offer clearer frameworks for crypto startups. Let's be honest – using most of the blockchain applications still feels like rocket science to most users. That's mostly because of the complicated user experience. According to a 2024 survey, over 70% of new users drop off after onboarding gets too confusing for them. No matter how innovative and engaging you build your app or the end product, if people can't use it efficiently, it won't scale. Wallet setups, technical phrases, and gas fees get too overwhelming for average users. Consider using solutions like Web3Auth or Magic Link to let users log in with Google or social accounts. Let users interact with your dApp without paying gas fees directly. Most users are on mobile. Thus, ensure your dApp is optimized for smaller screens and fast interactions. You can provide walkthroughs or videos to guide new users. Despite all the innovation, trust still remains a huge barrier. According to the latest survey, it was found that only 39% of people trust blockchain technology to keep their data and money safe. Users today are still sceptical about leveraging blockchain technology. That's because they have observed high-profile hacks and scammy crypto projects. And without trust, even the best blockchain solution won't get adopted. It is important that you prioritize security and audits, as users won't trust what isn't secure. If you are a newbie, consider working with a reliable provider of blockchain development solutions who can help audit your solutions. You can use blogs, tutorials, and Ask Me Anything to clarify users' doubts about your project. This will help users understand, which will allow them to invest confidently. Show how your platform solves problems. People today trust value and not buzzwords. There are over 6,500 active blockchain projects. Each of them is built on different platforms with their own protocols, coding languages, consensus mechanisms, and privacy models. The networks can't easily communicate, which leads to inconsistent security and a poor user experience. This makes interoperability a serious problem. This lack of connectivity affects the user experience. If your assets are on one chain, but the app you want is on another, you get stuck. And for developers, it means extra work building isolated tools for each network. Consider using cross-chain bridges that support cross-chain asset transfers. You can use Cosmos and Polkadot, which were built with interoperability in mind. They let apps interact across chains using shared protocols. Design your dApp to work on multiple blockchains simultaneously using SDKs. One of the major issues that comes with blockchain development is its high energy consumption. Today, the majority of blockchain platforms now use power, especially the Proof-of-Work (PoW) consensus mechanism. In 2024 alone, Bitcoin mining consumed an estimated 91 terawatt-hours of electricity. Isn't that huge? As the world focuses more on sustainable practices, blockchains that use a lot of energy are being criticized and closely examined. If the energy inefficiency of blockchains isn't addressed, mass adoption of blockchain technology may go down. Consider shifting to a Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism, which is far more energy-efficient than PoW. It may cut down energy usage by 99.9%. You can use eco-friendly blockchain platforms like Cardano, Avalanche, Tezos, and more, as these are designed with sustainability in mind. You must optimize smart contracts to reduce unnecessary computations and network load. Undoubtedly, blockchain technology is currently booming. But what about skilled blockchain developers? Well, not much! In 2024, one LinkedIn report stated that the demand for experts specializing in blockchain technology grew by 50%, but the supply lagged far behind. Unlike traditional web or mobile development, blockchain requires an in-depth understanding of cryptography, smart contracts, and decentralized protocols. Hiring the wrong team or taking too long to find one can eventually delay your project or lead to costly mistakes. You must consider upskilling your current development team with blockchain certifications or courses from platforms. Publishing your code on open-source platforms, where you can attract skilled developers to contribute to your blockchain projects. Blockchain development agencies often have pre-vetted experts with deep experience. They can allow you to quickly onboard talent. Today, most of the businesses want to adapt to blockchain technology. But their existing systems weren't built for it. Integrating blockchain with outdated databases, ERP platforms, or traditional APIs can be a significant headache. If blockchain isn't able to work with traditional systems and tools, businesses won't use it. It leads to delays, higher costs, and failed pilots. You can use blockchain middleware tools like Chainlink, Hyperledger Fabric, or others, as they can help connect blockchain networks to existing software. Instead of replacing entire systems, you can start small. Consider using blockchain alongside your current infrastructure and scale gradually. Even with all the hype, blockchain adoption is relatively slow. One of the recent surveys found that only 12% of global businesses use blockchain in their operations. But what about 88% of them? They are still experimenting or sitting on the sidelines. Even the most impactful blockchain projects struggle to stay in the market without real-world users and use cases. Investors might not be interested and won't invest in the project. You must focus on real use cases and build solutions for real-world problems such as payments, identity verification, or supply chain tracking. Educate your audience and simplify blockchain concepts for non-technical users. Using webinars, blogs, and tutorials can help you. That brings us to the end of this blog! The above-mentioned list of blockchain adoption and development issues highlights the necessity of technological advancements. We can't ignore that the industry is working hard to resolve them. Blockchain adoption will rise even more if we work towards fixing these and removing these hurdles. At Technoloader, we have a team of highly skilled and knowledgeable blockchain developers who are well-versed in the nuances of the industry. They identify all prevailing blockchain development challenges and have the potential to solve them. Contact us, and let's integrate blockchain technology into your business! TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Popular burger chain claims saving 50% in payment processing fees
Popular burger chain claims saving 50% in payment processing fees originally appeared on TheStreet. Popular American fast food chain Steak 'n Shake has claimed to save 50% in processing fees through Bitcoin. When customers make payments using Bitcoin instead of credit cards, the company is saving about 50% in processing fees, Steak 'n Shake executive Dan Edwards told the audience at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas on May 26. Founded in 1934, Steak 'n Shake is one of the leading American fast food chains that is popular for its steakburgers and hand-dipped milkshakes. It operates in hundreds of locations across the U.S., with several joints abroad as well. The chain began accepting Bitcoin payments via the Lightning Network globally May 16 onwards — a move encouraged by the likes of Twitter c-founder Jack Dorsey. It was a global implementation that introduced Bitcoin payments not only in the U.S. but also in France, Monaco, and Spain, Edwards said, and added, "Bitcoin is faster than credit cards." "The day we launched Bitcoin, 1 out of every 500 Bitcoin transactions globally happened at Steak 'n Shake," Edwards claimed. He added that not only can customers pay for their meals with Bitcoin, but one can also purchase a Steak 'n Shake franchise with Bitcoin. The executive underlined that the chain didn't see the initiative as a marketing gimmick for short-lived publicity. Instead, it saw Bitcoin as a viable payment option on par with other globally accepted methods, such as cash and credit cards. To celebrate the milestone, the fast food chain is offering Bitcoin Burger, Super-Sized Bitcoin Meal, and Bitcoin Milkshake on its menu this week in Las Vegas. "Bitcoin is a win for the customer, it's a win for us as the merchant, and it's a win for you in the Bitcoin community," he proclaimed. Popular burger chain claims saving 50% in payment processing fees first appeared on TheStreet on May 27, 2025 This story was originally reported by TheStreet on May 27, 2025, where it first appeared. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
