Louisiana completes first payment with Bitcoin Lightning Network
In this post: The US state of Louisiana is the first to accept cryptocurrencies as payment for public services.The announcement was made by Louisiana governmental Treasurer John Fleming. As a result, citizens can now pay for various governmental services with USDC, Bitcoin, and Bitcoin Lightning Network. The first crypto transaction was already processed using the Bitcoin Lightning Network for a fine paid to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. This significant step is the result of collaboration between the state, Bead Pay, and local integration partners. ‟In today’s digital age, government systems must evolve and embrace new technologies. […]