Revolut Taps Lightspark to Supercharge Bitcoin Transactions Across UK and Europe
London, UK – In a significant move toward faster and more efficient cryptocurrency transactions, leading fintech firm Revolut has announced a partnership with Lightspark, a company building infrastructure on the Bitcoin Lightning Network. The collaboration aims to streamline Bitcoin payments for users in the UK and select countries within the European Economic Area (EEA).
Lightspark, founded by former Meta executive David Marcus, is providing Revolut with access to its Lightning Network-based payments infrastructure. This includes integration with MoneyGrid, Lightspark’s smart routing system designed to facilitate near-instant, low-cost cross-border Bitcoin transactions. According to the company, MoneyGrid connects over 300 million users across more than 140 countries, offering a modern alternative to traditional banking systems.
“For too long, traditional banks have relied on outdated, slow, and expensive payment systems — akin to dial-up when the rest of the world uses 5G,” said Marcus. “In a world with a new, open Money Grid that enables instant, seamless transactions, we’re excited to see a global fintech such as Revolut lead the way.”
Revolut’s adoption of the Lightning Network follows similar steps by major platforms like Coinbase, which integrated the network in April 2024. As of early 2025, approximately 15% of Coinbase’s Bitcoin transaction volume runs through Lightning, reflecting the growing industry-wide shift toward more scalable and cost-effective blockchain solutions.
The partnership arrives as Revolut continues to expand its crypto footprint. In April, the firm reported a record $1.4 billion in pre-tax annual profit — a 149% increase year-over-year — buoyed by strong performance in its digital assets division. This includes the launch of Revolut X, a mobile-first crypto trading app available in the UK and select EEA markets.
While Revolut has signaled interest in launching its own stablecoin, the offering is not expected to be available in the U.S. The company exited the American market in late 2023, citing ongoing regulatory hurdles.