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WhiteBIT Exchange Integrates Lightning Network for Bitcoin Transactions

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Crypto exchange WhiteBIT has integrated the Bitcoin Lightning Network, enabling faster and cheaper BTC deposits and withdrawals for its users.

The Zug-based exchange announced the integration on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The service is powered by Bitcoin infrastructure provider Voltage and allows users to move funds via QR codes or payment details.

WhiteBIT Founder and CEO Volodymyr Nosov stated the move aligns with the exchange’s mission to make blockchain technology more accessible and useful. He highlighted use cases including remittances, exchange funding, merchant payments, and interoperability with other Lightning-enabled wallets.

According to the announcement, deposit fees via Lightning are 0.25%, while withdrawal fees are 0.15%. WhiteBIT, ranked as the 17th largest exchange by transaction volume on CoinGecko, joins other major platforms like Coinbase and Kraken in offering Lightning Network support.

Original reporting: Bitcoin Magazine