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Litecoin (LTC) Feed: Events, News & Roadmap
Litecoin to Hold Litecoin Summit in Nashville
Litecoin is set to host the Litecoin Summit in Nashville from July 24th to 25th.
Litecoin to Be Listed on Coinstore on February 2nd
Coinstore will list Litecoin (LTC) on February 2nd at 8:00 UTC.
Litecoin to Be Listed on HashKey Exchange on January 12th
HashKey Exchange will list Litecoin (LTC) on January 12th at 8:00 UTC. The trading pair for listing will be LTC/USD.
Litecoin to Host AMA on Twitter on August 1st
Litecoin will host an AMA on Twitter to discuss upcoming halving. The event will be on August 1st at 4 PM UTC.
Proof-of-Work Summit in Prague, Czech Republic
Litecoin will take part in the Proof-of-Work summit in Prague on September 25-27.
US Litecoin Visa Unbank
If you're enrolled in a US Litecoin Visa card you will no longer be able to use it as of May 1st, 2023
Listing on BitMEX
LTC will be listed on BitMEX
AMA on Twitter
Join to an AMA on Twitter space
Live Stream on YouTube
Join to live stream on YouTube
Live Stream on YouTube
Join the summit on YouTube
AMA on Twitter
AMA on Twitter
Listing on AAX
Core v.0.21.2.1 Update
Core v.0.21.2 Release
Delisting LTC/TUSD Trading Pair From Binance
Listing on KickEX
New LTC/UAH Trading Pair on Binance
Block Reward Halving
Listing on Binance Options
Litecoin Events on the Chart
What is Litecoin?
Litecoin is a peer-to-peer cryptocurrency that was created by Charlie Lee, a former Google engineer, and was launched in 2011 as an alternative to Bitcoin. It is often referred to as the "silver" to Bitcoin's "gold" due to its similarities to Bitcoin but with some key differences.
Like Bitcoin, Litecoin operates on a decentralized network using blockchain technology. It allows users to make secure, fast, and low-cost transactions directly between parties without the need for intermediaries such as banks. Litecoin transactions are verified by network nodes through cryptography and recorded on the blockchain.
One significant difference between Litecoin and Bitcoin is the hashing algorithm used for mining. Litecoin utilizes a different hashing algorithm called Scrypt, which requires less computational power and allows for faster block generation times. As a result, Litecoin transactions are typically confirmed more quickly compared to Bitcoin.
Another difference is the total supply of coins. While Bitcoin has a maximum supply of 21 million coins, Litecoin has a maximum supply of 84 million coins. This higher supply and faster block generation make Litecoin more suitable for smaller transactions and everyday use.
Litecoin has gained popularity for its efficient transaction processing, lower fees, and strong community support. It has been integrated into various payment systems and is accepted by numerous merchants as a form of payment. Additionally, Litecoin has been used as a testing ground for implementing new features and technologies, such as Segregated Witness (SegWit) and the Lightning Network, which aim to improve scalability and enhance the overall functionality of cryptocurrencies.
Overall, Litecoin serves as a digital currency that provides a faster and more lightweight alternative to Bitcoin, with a focus on everyday transactions and wider adoption in the cryptocurrency ecosystem.