Bitcoin News Today: Breez's Nodeless Breakthrough Makes Bitcoin's Peer-to-Peer Vision Tangible

Breez, a self-custodial Lightning-as-a-Service provider, has launched Time2Build, a new initiative to accelerate development on the Bitcoin Lightning Network. The move follows the integration of 12 additional apps into the Breez SDK ecosystem in Q2 2025, bringing the total number of partners to over 40 since the SDK's launch less than 18 months agoBreez SDK Onboards 12 More Apps To The Bitcoin Lightning Network in Q2^[1]. These apps, including Bitmo, Bitpost, and Yolat, now enable users to send and receive Bitcoin payments with minimal friction, leveraging Breez's streamlined onboarding and backend infrastructureBreez SDK Onboards 12 More Apps To The Bitcoin Lightning Network in Q2^[1]. Collectively, the SDK has reached approximately 1.5 million users, with over $4.5 million in gross transaction volume processed in 2024Breez Is Building Momentum^[3].

The Breez SDK's expansion reflects growing demand for self-custodial, peer-to-peer Bitcoin solutions. The platform's nodeless implementation, introduced earlier this year, has gained traction among developers for its reduced backend complexity and user-friendly interfaceBreez Is Building Momentum^[3]. This version eliminates the need for users to manage Lightning channels or liquidity, addressing a key barrier to adoption. Over half of the 1.5 million users now access Lightning through this nodeless modelBreez Is Building Momentum^[3].

Breez's momentum has also been bolstered by a $5 million funding round led by Entrée Capital, ego death capital, and Plan ₿ FundBreez Is Building Momentum^[3]. The investment underscores confidence in Breez's ability to scale Lightning adoption across fintech and mainstream applications. Roy Sheinfeld, Breez co-founder, emphasized the SDK's role in democratizing access to Bitcoin's utility, stating that partners have validated the platform's potential to "facilitate entirely new business models and economic relations"Breez Is Building Momentum^[3].

A strategic collaboration with Spark, a Bitcoin-native Layer 2 infrastructure, further enhances Breez's offerings. The partnership introduces a new Breez SDK implementation built on Spark's network, enabling developers to integrate Lightning payments without relying on third-party bridges or external consensus mechanismsBreez + Spark — A New Way to Build on Bitcoin^[4]. This implementation supports instant settlements, near-zero fees, and compatibility with major programming languages, expanding the SDK's appeal to a broader range of developersBreez + Spark — A New Way to Build on Bitcoin^[4]. Breez will also operate as a Spark Service Provider, contributing to the growth of Spark's ecosystemBreez + Spark — A New Way to Build on Bitcoin^[4].

The Breez SDK's success is attributed to its dual focus on developer simplicity and user experience. By abstracting the complexities of Lightning node management, the platform allows developers to integrate Bitcoin payments within days using API callsBreez Is Building Momentum^[3]. For end-users, the result is a seamless experience that aligns with Bitcoin's vision as a global, permissionless currencyBreez Is Building Momentum^[3]. The SDK's adoption spans diverse use cases, including cross-border remittances, social tipping, and in-game economiesBreez SDK Onboards 12 More Apps To The Bitcoin Lightning Network in Q2^[1].