Ptarmigan mainnet release

Ptarmigan is software with Lightning Network (BOLT) specifications. It will be the fourth software in the world to go live on the mainnet.

The software usually operates in synchronization with bitcoind. This version experimentally implements an SPV wallet mode, enabling it to operate on an independent node on small hardware, such as Raspberry Pi Zero.

The goal is to establish Lightning Network software with the ability to operate on small hardware in a long-run.

This is a “Reckless version”, which contains a bug; therefore, we expect users to spend only a small amount. We anticipate increasing stability over the course of development.

We develop products that utilize cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin, that can securely exchange its value on the internet.

Our contribution to the development of Lightning Network to date includes:

• Contribution to BOLTs (Lightning Network RFC: https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lightning-rfc )
• Providing feedback to other implementations of Lightning Network before it begins operation on the mainnet.
• Providing a protocol analyzer for Lightning Network.
• Attending the Lightning Developer Summit held in Adelaide.
• Offering presentations about the Lighting Network at community events in Japan and abroad.
• Publishing explanatory articles about the Lightning Network for the domestic market. For detailed information, please visit our official home page.