Yeliz Akmaca 
Bitlight (LIGHT) is an infrastructure project built on the RGB protocol within the Bitcoin ecosystem. Developed by Bitlight Labs, the project enables native smart contracts, stablecoin payments, and RGB-20 assets on Bitcoin and the Lightning Network.
The RGB protocol leverages Bitcoin’s UTXO model to enable off-chain smart contracts and asset issuance, making Bitcoin more scalable and functional. The LIGHT token serves as an RGB-20 asset, and the project aims to expand the BitcoinFi (Bitcoin-based DeFi) ecosystem. As of September 2025, Bitlight has a market cap of $7M and is preparing for listings on Binance Alpha and Futures, with its TGE (Token Generation Event) scheduled for September 27, 2025.
Project Concept
Bitlight (LIGHT) aims to transform Bitcoin from a store of value into a tool for stablecoin payments and DeFi applications. By integrating RGB protocol and the Lightning Network:
- Smart contracts and asset issuance can run on Bitcoin.
- Stablecoin payments are fast, low-cost, and secure.
- BitcoinFi ecosystem supports lending, borrowing, and liquidity solutions.
- LIGHT token, as an RGB-20 asset, acts as the core of Bitcoin-based scalable finance.
How It Works
Bitlight combines the RGB protocol with the Lightning Network to enable off-chain smart contracts and fast payments on Bitcoin.
- RGB Protocol: Uses Bitcoin’s UTXO model; smart contracts (via AluVM) operate off-chain, with settlement secured on-chain. This increases scalability (high throughput, low fees).
- Lightning Integration (RLN): RGB assets (e.g., stablecoins) are transacted over Lightning channels. Asset-aware routing enables real-time settlement with channel operations aware of asset types.
- LIGHT Token: RGB-20 token imported, minted, and transferred via Bitlight Wallet. Non-custodial design ensures sovereign control over Bitcoin/RGB assets.
- Applications: Stablecoin payments, asset issuance (custom RGB assets), and DeFi (lending, trading). Example: a stablecoin moves instantly and cheaply over Lightning while RGB contracts enforce smart rules.
Team and Founders
Bitlight Labs is in early stages but features key figures:
- Valestin – Founder & CEO
- Cairo – CTO
- Jackey – Co-Founder
- Arnaud – COO
The team shares open-source tools on GitHub, including wallet software, SDKs, and Lightning integration utilities.
Investors and Partnerships
- Pre-A Funding Round: Completed $9.6M in September 2025.
- Lead Investors: Amber Group, Fundamental Labs
- Previous Participants: HV Capital, Gate Ventures
- New Participants: UOB, Signum Capital, ArkStream Capital, Outliers, Taisu, SuDo Research, Skynet Trading
- Post-Money Valuation: $170M
Token Information
- Token Name: Bitlight (LIGHT)
- Standard: RGB-20 (Bitcoin UTXO-based)
- Platform: Bitcoin mainnet & Lightning Network
- Market Cap: ~$7M (September 2025)
- TGE: September 27, 2025
- Listing: Binance Alpha (spot) + LIGHT/USDT perpetual (50x)
LIGHT Token Use Cases
- Asset Issuance: Mint and manage stablecoins and digital assets with RGB-20.
- Lightning Payments: Gasless, fast, low-cost transactions for micro-payments and merchants.
- DeFi: Lending, borrowing, liquidity provision, and staking in BitcoinFi.
- Governance: Community incentives, voting, and ecosystem development (potential).
- Stablecoin Interoperability: Seamless transfer of RGB-based stablecoins over Lightning.
Ecosystem
Bitlight Labs products include:
- Bitlight Wallet: First Bitcoin wallet combining RGB and Lightning Network.
- Faucet: Testnet asset distribution.
- Airdrop: Asset distribution mechanism.
- Asset Registry: Service to register RGB assets.
Roadmap
- 2023–2024: RGB reference implementations, RLN node development, AluVM integration, Bitlight Wallet launch.
- September 2025: $9.6M Pre-A funding, RGB–Lightning integration, stablecoin channels, production-ready wallets.
- September 27, 2025: LIGHT token TGE, Binance spot listing, LIGHT/USDT perpetual futures (50x).
- 2026+: Multi-issuer stablecoin support, merchant integrations, enterprise solutions, and BitcoinFi DeFi applications.
Official Links
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