Tether Leads $8M Investment in Lightning Network Startup
- Tether’s funding enhances stablecoin integration on Bitcoin’s Lightning Network.
- $8 million boosts Speed’s Bitcoin Lightning capabilities.
- Investments intended for global commerce expansion and infrastructure scaling.
Tether led an $8 million funding round on December 16, 2025, for Speed, a Lightning Network startup focused on integrating stablecoins into global digital payments.
This investment signifies growing confidence in Lightning Network’s potential for mainstream commerce, using BTC and USDT, to enhance efficiency and global reach in digital payments.
Tether led an $8 million funding round for Speed, aimed at advancing the integration of stablecoins on Bitcoin’s Lightning Network, announced December 16, 2025.
The investment underscores a growing interest in using the Lightning Network for stablecoin transactions, enhancing Bitcoin’s commercial viability.
Tether and Partners Invest $8M in Speed
Tether and ego death capital spearheaded an $8 million investment in Speed, enhancing Lightning Network payments through stablecoin integration. This funding supports global commerce and lowers transaction costs.
Speed, a prominent player in Lightning payments, receives funds to improve infrastructure and facilitate large-scale global transactions using BTC and USDT.
Expanded Stablecoin Use on Lightning Network
Immediate impact includes expanded use of stablecoins in commerce, utilizing Bitcoin’s Lightning Network capabilities. Industry leaders view this as a step toward mainstream adoption of cryptocurrency payments.
The collaboration aims to improve financial accessibility, allowing broader market participation and potentially reshaping traditional payment systems.
Stablecoins Pave Way for Mainstream Crypto Commerce
Unlike past initiatives, this move uses stablecoins for practical commerce on the Lightning Network, showcasing Bitcoin’s potential as a digital transaction tool.
If successful, Speed’s model may encourage similar ventures, accelerating the integration of cryptocurrencies in everyday business practices globally.
“Speed is showing what Lightning can achieve when paired with a stable, liquid digital dollar like USDT. We support teams building practical infrastructure that reduces friction in payments and expands access to reliable settlement rails. Speed’s execution and adoption signal that Bitcoin-rooted networks are ready for mainstream commerce.” – Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether
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