Eclair merges fixes for Lightning flaws that could burn Bitcoin in fees

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What happened

October funding and splicing repairs limit peer fees and verify backend transactions, while the latest listed release remains September's v0.14.3.

Key facts

  • October funding and splicing repairs limit peer fees and verify backend transactions, while the latest listed release remains September's v0.14.3.
  • Reported by CryptoSlate and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:20:36 UTC.

Why it matters

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  • Whether spot volume and open interest confirm the move
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  • ETF flow data and any regulatory follow-up

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