Even though Bitcoin stole the show as 2017 winded down, other cryptocurrencies made considerable strides forward. One of these cryptocurrencies was Litecoin, arguably the second-most popular alternative currency on the market. With over 1,000 different digital currencies in circulation, the fact … [Read more...]
Litecoin Reaches Its Highest Valuation To Date
Following a trend of cryptocurrencies exploding in value, Litecoin surpassed $100 in value. Bitcoin is the leading cryptocurrency by a wide margin, but alternative currencies like Litecoin and Ethereum are simultaneously rising in value. This is a reflection of the growing clout surrounding digital … [Read more...]
First Ever Bitcoin – Litecoin Atomic Swap Completed
In an unprecedented display of progress, the first ever atomic swap between Bitcoin and Litecoin was successfully completed. This swap is a landmark achievement in the realm of cryptocurrencies for a couple of reasons, the biggest of which being that it happened off-chain. Ownership of the coins … [Read more...]
Do Litecoin And Bitcoin Share The Same Founder?
The cryptocurrency community is filled with speculation over whether Charlie Lee, the founder of the popular alternative currency Litecoin, is also Satoshi Nakamoto, the founder of the leading alternative currency Bitcoin. Rumors began circulating after an MIT website displayed a countdown for a … [Read more...]
Litecoin Continues To Gain Momentum
Litecoin, the newest cryptocurrency hitting the market, is already making waves. Litecoin acts as an alternative to Bitcoin and has been under the radar for years. However, the future of Litecoin has been established thanks to the Litecoin Foundation and Litecoin Core released a new “litecoin … [Read more...]