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    <h4 class="relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8"><strong>This breakthrough allows assets to be minted on <a href="https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/?s=bitcoin" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bitcoin</a> and transferred instantly via the Lightning Network with minimal fees.</strong></h4> 
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<p>The integration of Taproot Assets into the Lightning Network not only scales Bitcoin’s capabilities. Also, it enhances its role as a multi-asset platform, combining Bitcoin’s security and decentralization with advanced payment functionalities. Let’s see more about Taproot Assets.</p> 
<h5><strong>Taproot Assets Boost Bitcoin with Instant, Low-Cost Transfers</strong></h5> 
<p>With this release, the <a href="https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/?s=Lightning+Network" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lightning Network</a> evolves into a global routing network for the Internet of Money. Users can now access a variety of currencies on an open, interoperable payments network, all while routing through Bitcoin’s liquidity. This development signifies a major step towards “bitcoinizing” not just Bitcoin itself but also the dollar and other global financial assets.</p> 
<p>According to its <a href="https://lightning.engineering/posts/2024-07-23-taproot-assets-LN/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">latest blog post</a>, for developers, the introduction of Taproot Assets on Lightning opens up a host of new possibilities. Builders can transition from on-chain development to offering users access to a wide array of assets on a global, low-fee payments network. This advancement is expected to greatly enhance user experience and broaden the scope of applications developers can create.</p> 
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<h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Source: <a href="https://x.com/lightning/status/1815768786752164213" target="_blank" rel="noopener">X</a></strong></h6> 
<p>One of the most significant aspects of Taproot Assets is its design, which allows asset issuers to leverage the existing network effects of the 5,400 BTC allocated to the Lightning Network. This eliminates the need for each asset issuer to establish its sub-network of liquidity and routing nodes. Instead, all issuers can benefit from the robust infrastructure already in place.</p> 
<p>In practical terms, developers can now open Lightning channels denominated in any unit of account of their choice, which will seamlessly integrate with the existing Lightning Network. This feature supports multi-asset transactions and further solidifies Bitcoin’s position as a central routing currency on a global scale.</p> 
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<p>The post <a href="https://www.altcoinbuzz.io/cryptocurrency-news/lightning-labs-launches-taproot-assets-first-multi-asset-protocol/">Lightning Labs Launches Taproot Assets, First Multi-Asset Protocol</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.altcoinbuzz.io">Altcoin Buzz</a>.</p>

Lightning Labs Launches Taproot Assets, First Multi-Asset Protocol

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