Bisq 2, the decentralized Bitcoin exchange, has announced the integration of the Lightning Network in its latest release, version 2.1.0. This update introduces faster and cheaper transactions, leveraging the Lightning Network’s off-chain capabilities. Alongside this, Bisq 2.1.0 also features a QR code scanner for easier address and invoice input, enhanced chat functionalities, and improved user activity indicators. These enhancements aim to provide a more efficient and user-friendly trading experience. Bisq 2 was developed over nearly three years and launched its first beta release in March 2024. It was created to provide a more flexible and efficient trading platform, building on the foundation of the original Bisq, which launched in 2016.
