Latency and Scalability: Technical Bottlenecks in Crypto Payment Processing
In the world of global commerce, speed is the ultimate currency. As we move deeper into 2026, the promise of a borderless, decentralized economy is closer than ever. Yet, for many merchants, a persistent frustration remains: why does a blockchain payment gateway sometimes feel slower than a traditional credit card swipe? The answer lies in two technical pillars that govern every distributed ledger: Latency and Scalability . While these terms are often used interchangeably, they represent distinct hurdles that must be cleared for crypto to truly rival legacy systems like Visa or Mastercard. At Blockchain77 , we believe that understanding these bottlenecks is the first step toward building a truly frictionless financial future. The Definition of the Conflict: Latency vs. Scalability Before we dive into the solutions, we need to define the problems. In a centralized system (like a bank), a single authority approves a transaction. In a decentralized environment, a "consensus"...