RGB super-compatibility is not a promise but an engineering discipline enforced with zero tolerance for regression. RGB on Lightning: Walking with Upstream While the previous release proved that RGB could connect to Lightning through full LDK state machine compliance, 1,019 tests, and CLN/LND interoperability, the latest release now answers the harder question of whether RGB can evolve at Lightning's pace without friction — and it does. We synced our upstream dependencies with the Lightning mainline, absorbing 16 medium-or-higher security fixes, including critical vulnerabilities that were never backported. We’ve formalised this approach as bLIP-0070, encoding super-compatibility at the protocol layer via feature bits 826 (mandatory) and 827 (optional), along with TLV type 827167. Compatibility only earns the right to the real work of making Lightning’s most advanced primitives asset-native: Splice support, already live in BTC channels, will extend to RGB channels for adjusting capacity without closing, while Async Payments and offline receipt of value will carry over to RGB assets, and JIT liquidity will follow—all without bridges, custodial wrappers, or separate networks, leaving simply the Lightning Network with RGB as its invisible programmable layer. Compatibility is not pitched as a feature; it is shipped as infrastructure, making Bitcoin smart.

RGB Lightning Node v0.0.2 is now live. Public repo: This release introduces a fully redesigned control panel with meaningful improvements to both usability and protocol-level functionality. Key updates: — Wallet: Rebuilt Receive and Send flows with native support for RGB asset import/export. Transaction history now surfaces asset transfer metadata. — Node Management: Connect and disconnect Lightning nodes directly from the UI. Open and close channels with streamlined UX. — RLN Initialization: New node creation flow with clear visualization of local and remote node topology. — RGB Asset Detail View: Extended metadata display with UTXO binding visibility for RGB assets — enabling users to inspect the on-chain anchoring of off-chain state. We continue to build at the intersection of Lightning and client-side validated smart contracts. The infrastructure for tokenized assets over Bitcoin is not theoretical — it is shipping. Make Bitcoin Smart.

We have published the full engineering design behind native RGB Swaps on the Lightning Network. The swap is not a separate protocol layered on top of Lightning — it is a property of the payment path itself. A single circular route, one payment_hash, zero external coordination. Atomicity is not enforced by an additional contract; it falls out naturally from Lightning's preimage settlement. This design handles non-monotonic value flows across multi-asset channels, affects commitment construction, HTLC state management, and client-side transfer history at the architectural level. The RGB Lightning Network has reached production-grade engineering. Large-scale testing begins now. Make Bitcoin Smart.

They said programmable Bitcoin on Lightning was years away. We built it today. Introducing Bitlight RLN. We haven’t just built a client; we’ve unlocked the final form of the Lightning Network. For the first time in history, RGB asset issuance and transfer are seamlessly integrated into Lightning. We are doing to Bitcoin assets what broadband did to the internet. Instant. Frictionless. Limitless. Issue assets. Open channels. Transfer at the speed of light. Settle with Bitcoin's ultimate security. The era of whitepapers and testnet illusions is over. The future of Bitcoin finance just shipped. Witness the paradigm shift. Watch the walkthrough and try it on your own. Make Bitcoin Smart.

Bitlight Labs Technical Update – February 21, 2026 We are pleased to announce significant updates to our RGB Lightning Network (RLN) infrastructure and the release of a new developer sandbox. 1. RLN Node & CLI Enhancements Repository: We have refactored payment logic to a resource-oriented architecture. Key updates include: - Expanded Payment Controls: Added specific subcommands for pay invoice, offer, refund, and keysend. - BOLT12 Support: Integrated BOLT12 capabilities along with wait and abandon payment states in the API and TypeScript SDK. - Documentation: Updated all examples and docs to reflect the new node topology. 2. New Developer Sandbox Repository: We have released a React + TypeScript web frontend for the Bitlight LN Hub to facilitate testing and development. Features include: - RPC Proxy: A backend implementation (in src/app/api) to securely proxy RPC calls and resolve cross-domain restrictions. - Dockerized Environment: Includes a pre-configured Bitcoin regtest container (bitcoind) with scripts for wallet creation and rln-ldk-node server initialization. Developers are encouraged to review the repositories and update their local environments accordingly. Make Bitcoin Smart

Bitlight Wallet v1.2.4 Maintenance Announcement To ensure a smoother and more secure experience, Bitlight Wallet will undergo scheduled maintenance and a version upgrade. - Maintenance Window: December 10, 2025, 1:00 AM – 3:00 AM UTC - Affected Version: v1.2.4 What’s new in v1.2.4 - BTC transfer support added to the Wallet SDK. - Invoice API: Create and query invoices via new endpoints. - Asset management APIs: Add and manage asset IDs in the wallet programmatically. - Performance and stability improvements, plus minor UI polish. Your funds and account data remain safe and unaffected. No user action is required and services will automatically resume after maintenance. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. Make Bitcoin Smart.

Announcing the BitLight White Paper BitLight: An Integrated Layer 1 and Layer 2 Architecture for Non-Custodial Bitcoin Operations BitLight unifies RGB’s client‑side validated assets with Lightning Network payments in a single, non‑custodial architecture. We combine Taproot‑based L1 primitives with L2 execution and cleanly separate signing from node operations, reducing risk and operational overhead while preserving Bitcoin’s security. Make Bitcoin Smart

Let there be $LIGHT. $LIGHT is now available on Binance, Bitget, Gate, and KuCoin. Market pairs and availability may vary by venue. Pricing and liquidity are determined by the open market. Digital assets are volatile and may result in partial or total loss. Do your own research and make independent decisions. You are solely responsible for your trading and investment outcomes. Access to and use of cryptoasset services may be restricted or prohibited in certain jurisdictions (including the UK, Mainland China, and others). Please comply with the laws and regulations applicable in your place of residence. Where prohibited, do not trade. Bitlight Labs respects and complies with applicable global laws and expects users to transact safely, lawfully, and in compliance with local regulations. Nothing in this announcement constitutes investment, legal, accounting, or tax advice, or a solicitation to buy or sell any asset. Verify official tickers and links through our official channels to avoid impersonation or fraud.

Notice on Lifting Frontend Transfer Restrictions for Bitlight Wallet Bitlight Wallet will undergo scheduled maintenance on Sep 26 from 10:00 to 11:00 UTC. Upon completion, the frontend transfer restrictions will be lifted, enabling unrestricted transfers of RGB assets via the Bitlight Wallet frontend. A snapshot of all $RGB assets has been taken.

RGB Faucet claiming has resumed. After this claiming round ends, we will take a snapshot of $RGB holders within a few days. During the snapshot period, Bitlight Wallet’s transfer function will be restricted on the frontend to prevent balance changes. You can bypass the frontend to transfer assets, but your snapshot data may be affected.

RGB Faucet Claim Resumption Notice We will resume RGB Faucet claims at 17:00 UTC on 20 Sep. This round will distribute all remaining $RGB in the Faucet. Upon completion of the claim period, a snapshot will be taken. Important: - Strict anti-bot measures will be enforced. Any detected bot activity will be dealt with seriously, including disqualification and other penalties. - Please ensure you are using Bitlight Wallet v1.2.1 or higher to complete your claim.

We’ve closed a $9.6M Pre‑A round led by @ambergroup_io and @FundamentalLabs to ship production‑grade RGB-Lightning integrations for Bitcoin‑native stablecoin rails. Together, let’s advance Bitcoin, the Lightning Network, and RGB toward sovereign, low‑fee settlement for wallets and merchants. Make Bitcoin smart.

Bitlight Wallet & RGB Faucet - Reclaim Permanently Reopened We are reopening the Reclaim process on a permanent basis. All anomalous asset data has been audited and consolidated, and a Reclaim queue has been established according to the amount of the affected assets. From now on, Reclaim processing will not interfere with Claim activities. Who should use Reclaim: 1) Users with corrupted wallets or Failed transfer receipts, as detailed in our prior notice. 2) Users who experienced asset loss and whose previous cases remain unresolved. Key points: - No fees are required for Reclaim; all associated costs are covered by Bitlight Labs. - Ensure your wallet has available UTXOs to receive assets. Eligibility is determined by the verified anomalies linked to your xpub or sender/recipient addresses. The Reclaim amount will match the original affected amount. If you believe you were affected but are not shown as eligible for Reclaim, submit the relevant details in our Telegram channel. We will investigate your case promptly and reconcile it against our records to confirm eligibility. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. Our support team remains available to assist throughout the process.