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Bitcoin Sidechains Explained: How the Liquid Network Works and Why Institutions Use It
  • By Silas Truemont
  • Dated 11 Jan 2026

Bitcoin Sidechains Explained: How the Liquid Network Works and Why Institutions Use It

The Liquid Network is a Bitcoin sidechain that enables fast, private, institutional-grade transfers of Bitcoin through a 1:1 peg. Used by exchanges like Kraken and Bitfinex, it offers confidential transactions and asset issuance without leaving Bitcoin's ecosystem.

Bitcoin Sidechains Explained: How the Liquid Network Works and Why Institutions Use It
  • By Silas Truemont
  • Dated 11 Jan 2026

Bitcoin Sidechains Explained: How the Liquid Network Works and Why Institutions Use It

The Liquid Network is a Bitcoin sidechain that enables faster, private transactions and native asset issuance. Used by major exchanges and institutions, it offers 1-minute settlement and confidential amounts - but trades decentralization for utility.