Lightning Network payments are being slowed by low-liquidity “spam” channels, according to Lightning Labs’ Alex Bosworth. He said even a $5 payment can take up

BWB News TV • 2026-07-17 18:46 UTC • By Billy Odell Tucker-Robinson

Lightning Network payments are being slowed by low-liquidity “spam” channels, according to Lightning Labs’ Alex Bosworth. He said even a $5 payment can take up to 60 seconds to route as developers discuss fixes to improve user experience.

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