Technology

Understand what the Ark Protocol is, the new layer 2 of Bitcoin that scales payments without individual channels, how VTXOs and Operators work, and how it compares to the Lightning Network.

by Area Bitcoin

June 9, 2026 ∙ 14 min read

Learn what Cashu is, how it works with Bitcoin and Lightning, key differences vs eCash/Fedimint, wallets, privacy trade-offs, and practical steps to start.

by Area Bitcoin

June 7, 2026 ∙ 15 min read

Umbrel is one of the most user-friendly solutions for running a Bitcoin node, simplifying participation in the Bitcoin network for both technical experts and beginners.

by Area Bitcoin

November 28, 2024 ∙ 15 min read

The RGB protocol is a secondary layer on Bitcoin that enables the issuance and management of smart assets, contracts, and digital identities, all while ensuring privacy and scalability.

by Area Bitcoin

November 23, 2024 ∙ 16 min read

Silent Payments are a technique that enables Bitcoin transactions without revealing the addresses involved, enhancing privacy and making transactions harder to trace on the blockchain.

by Kaká Furlan

October 29, 2024 ∙ 11 min read

Discover the Liquid Network, a Bitcoin layer-2 solution, developed by Blockstream, which allows the issuance and transaction of Bitcoin-backed tokens.

by Carol Souza

April 12, 2024 ∙ 11 min read

Did you know that you can generate your own seed, private and public keys, completely independently? This is possible with the Ian Coleman tool and in this article you will learn how it works.

by Carol Souza

April 5, 2024 ∙ 9 min read

This article explores eCash's evolution in fintech, from Chaumian eCash to Fedimint, highlighting its impact on privacy, security, and digital currency accessibility.

by Area Bitcoin

January 26, 2024 ∙ 8 min read

“Air-gapped” refers to a security method where a wallet is kept entirely isolated from unsecured networks, especially the internet, safeguarding it from potential hacker threats.

by Area Bitcoin

October 10, 2023 ∙ 14 min read