In this deep-dive interview with Ben Arc, we explore the evolution of LNBits, the modular Bitcoin and Lightning toolkit that's empowering developers, merchants, and businesses worldwide. Ben breaks down the open-source ethos, the inspiration behind LNBits' WordPress-style extension marketplace, and the roadmap toward building a billion-dollar Bitcoin company. We discuss revenue strategies, including paid extensions, SaaS hosting, and Nostr.com services, as well as the powerful security suite that has driven LNBits from beta to full production. If you’re a builder, investor, or just curious about how Bitcoin development is being monetized, this conversation is a must-watch.- LNBits as a Modular Bitcoin Tool: Inspired by WordPress and Odoo, allowing for easy extension development.- From Hobby Project to Production-Ready Software: Transitioning from beta after five years of hardening and real-world testing.- The Importance of Open-Source Sustainability: Balancing community-driven development with a for-profit arm.- Revenue Model: Paid Extensions: Developers can monetize their work, and LNBits takes a small fee.- Software as a Service (SaaS) Offering: LNBits-hosted services for users who don’t want to self-host.- Affiliate-Based Monetization: Earning revenue through transaction-based services integrated into LNBits.- Security & Resilience Features: Advanced security suite protecting nodes and wallets from risks.- LNBits in Enterprise & Industry Use: Used by banks, casinos, exchanges, and major Bitcoin businesses.- The Role of LNBits in Hardware Innovation: Supporting Bitcoin ATMs, vending machines, and custom POS solutions.- Nostr.com & Identity Services: Paid relays and premium Nostr identities as a new revenue stream.- Developer Incentives & Community Growth: Encouraging contributions through financial incentives.- The Future of Bitcoin Application Layer: How LNBits supports Bitcoin adoption at scale.- The Philosophy of Permissionless Building: Allowing users to fully control and customize their installations.- Lightning Network Challenges & Solutions: Addressing wallet security and transaction scalability.- LNBits on ThunderFunder: Offering a way for the Bitcoin community to invest in its growth.--------------------------------------------------------Want to get started investing in #Bitcoin startups? Fill out this form, and we'll get you started 👉 https://ltng.ventures/investors#investor-contactAlready angel investing? Join our syndicate to learn about #angelinvesting, #bitcoin companies, #lightningnetwork projects, support amazing founders, and invest in #bitcoin startups: https://angel.co/s/lightningventures/ld5f4Not an accredited investor? No problem, check out Thunder Funder where almost anyone can invest in #Bitcoin and #opensource companies 👇https://www.ThunderFunder.com Need more info on all this rad stuff? We got youLearn about Lightning⚡️Ventures 🎸https://www.ltng.venturesLearn More About LNbitshttps://www.lnbits.comFollow Lightning⚡️Ventures 🎸https://www.x.com/LTNGVenturesFollow LNbitshttps://www.x.com/lnbitsFollow Mike Jarmuz @mikejarmuz 🤘🏼https://www.x.com/MikeJarmuzJoin our Lightning⚡️Ventures Telegram Channel and hang with us 🤙 https://t.me/+kDv7VYEO2fAxYmFhEarn Bitcoin Streaming Podcasts on Fountain https://fountain.fm/show/zh5K7JF2ObMmzyfzGO0tSubscribe to our audio-only podcasts belowhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lightning-ventures-investing-in-bitcoin-companies/id1615934125Give Us a Thumbs Up 👍 if You Enjoyed This Video!#LNBits #Bitcoin #LightningNetwork #BitcoinPayments #BitcoinDevelopment #OpenSource #BitcoinAdoption #Nostr