Dasaklis, T.K.; Malamas, V. A Review of the Lightning Network’s Evolution: Unraveling Its Present State and the Emergence of Disruptive Digital Business Models. J. Theor. Appl. Electron. Commer. Res.2023, 18, 1338-1364.
Dasaklis, T.K.; Malamas, V. A Review of the Lightning Network’s Evolution: Unraveling Its Present State and the Emergence of Disruptive Digital Business Models. J. Theor. Appl. Electron. Commer. Res. 2023, 18, 1338-1364.
Dasaklis, T.K.; Malamas, V. A Review of the Lightning Network’s Evolution: Unraveling Its Present State and the Emergence of Disruptive Digital Business Models. J. Theor. Appl. Electron. Commer. Res.2023, 18, 1338-1364.
Dasaklis, T.K.; Malamas, V. A Review of the Lightning Network’s Evolution: Unraveling Its Present State and the Emergence of Disruptive Digital Business Models. J. Theor. Appl. Electron. Commer. Res. 2023, 18, 1338-1364.
Abstract
The Lightning Network (LN), a second-layer protocol built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain, is an innovative digital payment solution that offers increased convenience, speed, and cost-effectiveness to consumers and businesses alike. However, there is limited literature available on the characteristics of this nascent technology, the depth and breadth of the various business LN-related applications as well as relevant adoption/implementation challenges. This study aims to contribute to the understanding of the LN’s characteristics, its potential in enhancing business operations and its applicability across different sectors, while taking into account adoption and implementation challenges. We apply a narrative review methodology using a semi-systematic approach to examine new and emerging business models empowered by the LN and its characteristics, topology, performance, privacy, and security. We analyze the data to identify key themes and trends in the literature, offering a critical analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the existing literature. Based on the findings, we provide several clusters of fruitful areas for future research directions. The findings of this study will help businesses make more informed decisions about adopting and leveraging the LN to improve their operations and enhance customer experience.
Keywords
Lightning Network; Business models; Narrative review
Subject
Business, Economics and Management, Business and Management
Copyright:
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