最新报道:Bitcoin has surpassed Visa in annual transaction volume, processing an estimated $20 trillion in 2023 compared to Visa's $14 trillion, according to a report by Swiss digital asset bank Sygnum. The analysis highlights Bitcoin's growing role as a global settlement network, with its transaction volume now exceeding major traditional payment processors. Sygnum notes that while Bitcoin's on-chain transaction value is significant, its true economic impact is even larger when considering off-chain transactions through layer-2 solutions like the Lightning Network. The report suggests Bitcoin's utility is expanding beyond just a store of value, demonstrating its potential as a robust payment infrastructure. This milestone comes as Bitcoin adoption continues to grow worldwide, with increasing institutional interest and technological advancements improving its scalability.