Episode 90: Asynchronous Lightning Payments
Bitcoin Explained - The Technical Side of Bitcoin
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Exploring Asynchronous Payments in the Lightning Network
This chapter delves into the complexities of asynchronous payments in the Lightning Network, where transactions can occur without both parties needing to be online simultaneously. The speakers discuss technical challenges, the need for quick settlement to prevent tied-up liquidity, and the concept of reusable invoices through PTLCs. They also compare the security advantages of PTLC over HTLC when routing payments through intermediaries.
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