To sum it up, Lightning Charge is Blockstream’s new micropayment processing system for the Lightning Network. This allows webdevelopers to build Apps that utilize the LN network and its capabilities. Previously we saw the release of FileBazaar, which allows the monetization of photos, videos or documents on a pay-per-view basis.

Blockstream now announced it’s second Lightning App: Lightning Publisher for WordPress. This is a plug-in (or module) that allows bloggers or publishers to receive micropayments on their WordPress based website. The module offers the ability to display an excerpt from the post and the viewer can decide if they wish to contribute in order to view the whole thing. This helps content creators to fund their work even if this only means a few cents per article.

For the full announcement: Blockstream.com

Link to the app: Github.com

Preview of the App:

(Image taken from the Blockstream announcement)