# Bitcoin Lightning (BTC) Funding Delays

- Provider: [Kraken](https://down.guide/kraken)
- Level: confirmed
- Impact: Degraded
- lasted 2h
- started 2026-07-16 04:52 UTC
- Bitcoin (BTC) - Lightning
- id: DWN-517b7c3a32
- Official page: https://stspg.io/zbhsw0jj1dql

## Updates from Kraken
### 2026-07-16 04:52 UTC: investigating
We're investigating an issue with the Lightning Network funding gateway. Deposits and withdrawals of bitcoin over Lightning are currently delayed.
Clients are advised to use on-chain Bitcoin deposits/withdrawals until the issue is resolved. We will provide any updates as soon as possible.

### 2026-07-16 06:52 UTC: resolved
This incident has been resolved.

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