TLS117: Henrik Skogstrom on Torq V1, Lightning Network Metrics, Why LSPs Need a Spec, and More

The Kevin Rooke Show

Henrik Skogstrøm is the CEO of LN Capital, which is soon re-branding to Torq, the name of their Lightning node management software.

In our conversation we discussed the state of Lightning Network ecosystem metrics, the new features being introduced in Torq V1, why Lightning companies are working together on an LSP spec, and much more.

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Timestamps

00:00 - Intro

02:09 - Henrik Skogstrøm Intro

07:11 - Lightning Network Metrics

17:22 - New Features of Torq V1

24:18 - What is the LSP Spec?

37:07 - How HTLC Firewalls Work

42:02 - LN Capital/Torq’s Revenue Opportunities

54:20 - Reflecting on Lightning Network Progress

1:00:14 - How Might Taproot Assets Impact Torq’s Business?

1:02:25 - The Lightning Round