The Bitcoin Lightning Network is a Layer 2 protocol that boosts Bitcoin’s scalability by enabling instant, low-cost transactions off-chain. It allows users to open secure payment channels for rapid microtransactions without congesting the main blockchain. Ideal for businesses and developers, Lightning is transforming how Bitcoin is used for real-time payments, and Cybrid supports seamless integration with Lightning-powered liquidity and invoicing tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've summarised the most frequently asked questions to help you get started with learning more about Cybrid.

What is Bitcoin Lightning?

The Bitcoin Lightning Network is a "layer 2" payment protocol layered on top of the Bitcoin blockchain. It's designed to enable faster and more cost-efficient transactions by allowing users to create payment channels between any two parties on that extra layer. This network addresses the scalability issues of the Bitcoin network, allowing for a higher volume of transactions and reduced transaction fees.

How Does the Lightning Network Work?

The Lightning Network works by allowing participants to create payment channels between each other. These channels exist off the main Bitcoin blockchain (off-chain). Once a channel is opened and funded with Bitcoin, transactions can be made between the parties quickly and without the need for blockchain confirmations. These transactions are only settled on the Bitcoin blockchain when the channel is closed, summarizing the total transaction amount. Bitcoin's Lightning Network also allows for tokenization.

What Are the Benefits of the Lightning Network?

The Lightning Network offers several benefits, including: Reduced Transaction Fees: Transactions are cheaper because they are processed off-chain. Increased Transaction Speed: Payments are processed almost instantly, improving the user experience. Improved Scalability: It significantly increases the transaction capacity of the Bitcoin network. Microtransactions: The network facilitates microtransactions, which are impractical on the main Bitcoin blockchain due to higher fees.

When was Lightning Network started?

The Bitcoin Lightning Network, conceived in a 2015 white paper by Joseph Poon and Thaddeus Dryja, was developed to tackle Bitcoin's scalability challenges. It aimed to enable faster and more efficient transactions by creating a second layer on top of the Bitcoin blockchain. Officially launched on the Bitcoin mainnet in March 2018, the Lightning Network has since undergone significant growth, attracting a diverse user base and integrating with various services and applications. This innovative network continues to evolve, promising enhancements in transaction speed, efficiency, and overall scalability, marking it as a pivotal development in the realm of cryptocurrency.

Officially launched on the Bitcoin mainnet in March 2018, the Lightning Network has since undergone significant growth, attracting a diverse user base and integrating with various services and applications. This innovative network continues to evolve, promising enhancements in transaction speed, efficiency, and overall scalability, marking it as a pivotal development in the realm of cryptocurrency.

How to Use the Lightning Network?

To use the Lightning Network, you first need a compatible Bitcoin wallet that supports Lightning transactions. Once you have this wallet, you can open a Lightning channel with another party. Cybrid offers the ability to receive Bitcoin liquidity on the Lightning Network. Contact our Sales department for further information and pricing.

What Our Customers Say

"We needed a cost-effective partner to launch our stablecoin-powered payments solution on WhatsApp, and Cybrid exceeded our expectations. Their platform offered all the essential features while helping us conserve capital as we scaled. The team was incredibly supportive and adaptable, giving us full confidence in the long-term potential of our partnership. Thanks to Cybrid, we can now accept payments in the US cost-effectively, giving us a significant competitive advantage in the market."

Rahul Chaudhary

Founder & CEO, Unplex

"The exceptional support from the Cybrid team has made the entire journey seamless and efficient. They truly understand our business, providing access to more payment rails and helping us achieve a projected 15% month-over-month growth in fund disbursement volumes via RTP. This has significantly reduced friction in our processes and improved the overall experience for our customers."

Ben Meeder

Cofounder & CTO, Coinflow Labs

“Cybrid enabled us to reduce transaction processing time by 50%, improve operational efficiency by 40%, and achieve 3x growth within six months. Their seamless integration with our systems, robust compliance automation for KYC, KYB, and AML checks, and top-tier support allowed us to launch in production within twenty-two days.”

Nagarjuna Malempati

Founder & CEO, Remit2any

Frequently asked questions

What is Cybrid?

Cybrid is an intelligent payments orchestration platform that connects stablecoin and fiat rails. With developer-first APIs, it lets businesses launch cross-border payments, stablecoin products, and treasury tools quickly and compliantly.

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How does Cybrid help with stablecoin payments?

Cybrid enables instant conversion between fiat and stablecoins (USDC, USDT), supports ACH, wires, RTP, and crypto rails, and provides secure custody and liquidity for global payouts.

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Can Cybrid convert fiat to stablecoins and back?

Yes. Cybrid’s orchestration layer offers seamless fiat ↔ stablecoin conversion, letting users on-ramp with ACH, wires, EFT and other fiat rails and off-ramp back into fiat quickly.

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Does Cybrid support cross-border payments?

Yes. Cybrid powers cross-border remittances and B2B payments using stablecoins, reducing settlement times and transaction costs compared to traditional banking rails.

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What compliance features are included?

Cybrid provides built-in compliance: KYC, KYB, KYT, AML, and transaction monitoring. This allows you to launch globally without needing third-party compliance vendors.

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Who can use Cybrid?

Cybrid is built for global remittance apps, B2B payments providers, banks, and enterprises that want to integrate stablecoin infrastructure into their payment products — from startups to large-scale institutions.

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How fast can I integrate Cybrid’s APIs?

Developers can go from sandbox to production in days, not months. Cybrid provides full API documentation, SDKs, and modular building blocks.

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What types of payment rails does Cybrid support?

Cybrid supports ACH, Wires, RTP in the U.S., EFT and Interac E-transfers in Canada, and stablecoin payments on multiple blockchains, alongside fiat on/off ramps.