This move signals how smaller nations are actively incorporating crypto and blockchain into mainstream finance — definitely one to watch.

Beyond payments, Arkade enables new financial functions such as lending, trading, and tokenization through Arkade Assets. The launch marks a major evolution in Bitcoin’s ecosystem, bridging the gap between decentralized ideals and practical usability.

Unlike the Lightning Network, Arkade aims to improve user experience while keeping Bitcoin’s decentralized nature intact. It introduces Ark Service Providers (ASPs)—centralized intermediaries without full control over user funds.