$BTC The blockchain application Strike has launched a Bitcoin payment application based on the Lightning Network, along with a new cryptocurrency lending program. This lending service is open to individual and business users, with a promise not to affect credit scores. As the market recovers, many centralized institutions have begun to launch new or expand existing lending services. Despite many large players declaring bankruptcy during last year's market downturn, the blockchain lending market is still in a downward trend. Strike Lending will offer loan amounts starting at $1.25 million for a one-year term, with an