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The post The Channel Factories We’ve Been Waiting For appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Visions of future technology are often prescient about the broad strokes while flubbing the details. The tablets in “2001: A Space Odyssey” do indeed look like iPads, but you never see the astronauts paying for subscriptions or wasting hours on Candy Crush.  Channel factories are one vision that arose early in the history of the Lightning Network to address some challenges that Lightning has faced from the beginning. Despite having grown to become Bitcoin’s most successful layer-2 scaling solution, with instant and low-fee payments, Lightning’s scale is limited by its reliance on payment channels. Although Lightning shifts most transactions off-chain, each payment channel still requires an on-chain transaction to open and (usually) another to close. As adoption grows, pressure on the blockchain grows with it. The need for a more scalable approach to managing channels is clear. Channel factories were supposed to meet this need, but where are they? In 2025, subnetworks are emerging that revive the impetus of channel factories with some new details that vastly increase their potential. They are natively interoperable with Lightning and achieve greater scale by allowing a group of participants to open a shared multisig UTXO and create multiple bilateral channels, which reduces the number of on-chain transactions and improves capital efficiency. Achieving greater scale by reducing complexity, Ark and Spark perform the same function as traditional channel factories with new designs and additional capabilities based on shared UTXOs.  Channel Factories 101 Channel factories have been around since the inception of Lightning. A factory is a multiparty contract where multiple users (not just two, as in a Dryja-Poon channel) cooperatively lock funds in a single multisig UTXO. They can open, close and update channels off-chain without updating the blockchain for each operation. Only when participants leave or the factory dissolves is an on-chain transaction…

The post Your Gateway To Mainstream Crypto Investment appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Get ready for a groundbreaking moment in cryptocurrency history! The Bitwise DOGE ETF is set to make its grand debut on NYSE Arca this Wednesday, marking a significant milestone for digital asset investors seeking mainstream exposure to Dogecoin. What Makes the Bitwise DOGE ETF So Revolutionary? The Bitwise DOGE ETF represents a major leap forward for cryptocurrency adoption. This innovative financial product allows traditional investors to gain exposure to Dogecoin without the complexities of direct cryptocurrency ownership. Moreover, it brings meme coins into the regulated financial landscape, potentially opening doors for broader institutional participation. NYSE Arca’s approval signals growing acceptance of digital assets within established financial markets. This development comes at a crucial time when investors are seeking diversified portfolio options beyond traditional stocks and bonds. How Does the Bitwise DOGE ETF Benefit Investors? The Bitwise DOGE ETF offers numerous advantages for both seasoned and new investors: Simplified Access: Trade Dogecoin through conventional brokerage accounts Regulated Environment: Enjoy SEC-monitored investment protection Liquidity Advantage: Benefit from NYSE Arca’s robust trading ecosystem Tax Efficiency: Standard ETF tax treatment simplifies reporting This ETF eliminates common barriers that prevent traditional investors from entering the cryptocurrency space. Therefore, it serves as a bridge between conventional finance and the emerging digital asset class. What Challenges Does This ETF Face? While the Bitwise DOGE ETF presents exciting opportunities, investors should consider potential challenges. Cryptocurrency volatility remains a significant factor, and meme coins like Dogecoin can experience substantial price swings. Additionally, regulatory scrutiny continues to evolve, which could impact future operations. However, Bitwise’s established track record in cryptocurrency funds provides confidence in their ability to navigate these challenges effectively. Their expertise in digital asset management positions this ETF for potential success. Why Should You Consider This Investment Opportunity? The timing of this Bitwise DOGE ETF launch coincides with…

XRP is leading the race for altcoin supremacy in the US crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) market with its record performance since last month. In less than 10 trading days, the new crop of US spot XRP ETFs has registered cumulative inflows of roughly $587 million, compared with approximately $568 million for their Solana counterparts. This […] The post XRP breaks market trend as altcoin ETF leader by key metric, outpacing Solana appeared first on CryptoSlate.