The Bitcoin Lightning Network has undergone tremendous growth in recent years, establishing a robust infrastructure and a vibrant ecosystem of applications. As it continues to evolve, we take a closer look at the current state of the Lightning Network and explore the exciting innovations on the horizon. Infrastructure of the Lightning Network The Lightning Network’s primary implementations include LND by Lightning Labs, Eclair by ACINQ, and CLN by Blockstream. Currently, LND leads the market, now supporting Taproot Assets, which allows for the integration of various tokens, including stablecoins, within the Lightning Network. Importantly, the Lightning Network is not confined to Bitcoin