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Is Bitcoin Payment Processing Safe for Businesses?
Bitcoin has gone from a fringe experiment to something serious businesses are starting to consider. But every time a company asks, “Should we accept Bitcoin?” the real question underneath is, “Is Bitcoin payment processing safe for businesses?”

Introduction to Stablecoins in 2025
Stablecoins provide a stable bridge between traditional finance and digital assets, offering practical solutions for global transactions and everyday payments. This article explores the history, types, and use cases of stablecoins, along with the regulatory landscape shaping their future. With advancements on Bitcoin, stablecoins now have a more secure and efficient foundation, opening new possibilities for businesses and users alike.

Why Exchanges and Neobanks are choosing Voltage for Lightning over DIY
A deep dive comparison on the challenges and hurdles of running DIY Lightning compared to Voltages Lightning Payments Provider.

The Risks of Current Stablecoin Networks: Why Bitcoin and Lightning Offer a Safer Alternative
Examining the risks of Ethereum and Tron as stablecoin networks and why Bitcoin and the Lightning Network offer a safer and more efficient solution.

FOSS Friday - August 30, 2024
FOSS Friday is our bi-weekly innovation day at Voltage! On these days, our team dives into the exciting world of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software). Why, you may ask? Well, Bitcoin and the Lightning network, the very core of our work, are open source technology.

The Rise of Stablecoins: Global Demand and How Bitcoin and the Lightning Network Could Be the Future
Today I break down why Stablecoins on the Lightning Network solve most of Stablecoins issues today. Decentralized networks with an appropriate incentive structure and the only decentralized blockchain (Bitcoin) win.

FOSS Friday - August 16, 2024
FOSS Friday is our bi-weekly innovation day at Voltage! On these days, our team dives into the exciting world of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software). Why, you may ask? Well, Bitcoin and the Lightning network, the very core of our work, are open source technology.

Deprecating Flow 2.0 – Paving the Way for a Superior Solution
We believe we can push the boundaries even further. Our new platform, currently in development, promises to offer an even more efficient, user-friendly, and powerful solution for connecting to the Lightning Network.

How We Built the Open Source Block Clock
The Voltage team worked on building an open source block clock. Thie breakdown of how and more, below!

How Do Refunds Work with Bitcoin Transactions?
Understanding how refunds work with Bitcoin transactions means acknowledging that we’re operating on a decentralized, irreversible ledger. Once a transaction is confirmed, there’s no “undo” button. For a customer, that means mistakes can be costly. For a company, that means refund policies aren’t just a line in your terms, they’re part of your infrastructure.

How Neobanks Harness Bitcoin and the Lightning Network for the Future of Finance
Bitcoin and the Lightning Network enable neobanks offer faster, more secure, and globally accessible financial services that align with the demands of today’s digital-savvy customers.

What Are the Tax Implications of Accepting Bitcoin?
Accepting Bitcoin might feel like stepping into a new frontier, but when it comes to taxes, it’s more like stepping into a minefield. For businesses, Bitcoin isn’t just a currency, it’s property in the eyes of the IRS. And that distinction comes with a set of reporting requirements and tax consequences that many overlook until it’s too late.

FOSS Friday - August 2, 2024
FOSS Friday is our bi-weekly innovation day at Voltage! On these days, our team dives into the exciting world of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software). Why, you may ask? Well, Bitcoin and the Lightning network, the very core of our work, are open source technology. As a bitcoin infrastructure company, we don't just use open source; we actively contribute to it. This is a symbiotic relationship for us: by contributing to these projects, we can do our part to bolster the bitcoin ecosystem while also uncovering fresh, innovative ideas.

Streamline Your Bitcoin Development: Introducing Voltage's Bitcoin Core Solution
Voltage is thrilled to announce our new developer-friendly Bitcoin Core solution, streamlining deployment and management of Bitcoin nodes with enhanced operational efficiency, superior blockchain access, and an intuitive interface.

Understanding Voltage's Lightning Network API
Learn how to programmatically manage your node to create custom services and applications that want to interact with the Lightning Network.

Driving Successful Digital Transformation with Voltage's Bitcoin Platform
Learn how the Voltage Bitcoin Platform reduces friction, costs and improves go-to-market execution for Enterprises

FOSS Friday - June 25, 2024
FOSS Friday is our bi-weekly innovation day at Voltage! On these days, our team dives into the exciting world of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software). Why, you may ask? Well, Bitcoin and the Lightning network, the very core of our work, are open source technology.

Voltage Enhances Bitcoin Development with Mutinynet Integration

Introduction to Runes: Fungible Tokens On Bitcoin

FOSS Friday - March 29, 2024

Solving API Monetization Challenges with the Lightning Network

FOSS Friday Update - March 15, 2024

Voltage releases Redesign, Teams, and Pricing Updates to enable Bitcoin Builders
