Thanks for adding nuance. Back then, during the debate, Lightning Network was pretty universally referred to as a sidechain as opposed to a "second layer" or "off chain."

Blockstream was heavily lobbying for small blocks, iirc. It's been years since I read about Epsteins involvement, but I'm sure you'll find it if you want dig.

Bitcoin Cash (aka just the original Bitcoin as it was designed by Satoshi) has transactions that are instant and fees that are pennies or less without needing another layer.

Thanks for adding nuance. Back then, during the debate, Lightning Network was pretty universally referred to as a sidechain as opposed to a "second layer."

Blockstream was heavily lobbying for small blocks, iirc. It's been years since I read about Epsteins involvement, but I'm sure you'll find it if you want dig.

Bitcoin Cash (aka just the original Bitcoin as it was designed by Satoshi) has transactions that are instant and fees that are pennies or less without needing another layer.