refined-element/lightning-enable-mcp

Overview

An MCP server that lets AI agents send payments over the Lightning Network. It implements the Model Context Protocol for tool-based interactions. Built in C#, it enables automated microtransactions from AI agents to Lightning-enabled services.

Best for

Best for
Developers integrating Lightning Network payments into agentic AI workflows

Use cases

• Enabling AI agents to make pay-per-call Lightning payments
• Building automated microtransactions for AI-powered services
• Integrating Lightning payments into agentic workflows

How to use

Install

uvx lightning-enable-mcp

Tools exposed

• discover_agent_services
• publish_agent_capability
• request_agent_service
• settle_agent_service
• publish_agent_attestation
• get_agent_reputation

Tested with

Claude Desktop

Notes

An MCP server that lets AI agents send payments over the Lightning Network. It implements the Model Context Protocol for tool-based interactions. Built in C#, it enables automated microtransactions from AI agents to Lightning-enabled services.

8 stars on GitHub. Last updated 2026-05-09. Licensed MIT.

Use cases

• Enabling AI agents to make pay-per-call Lightning payments
• Building automated microtransactions for AI-powered services
• Integrating Lightning payments into agentic workflows

Pros

• Targets a specific niche: Lightning payments for AI agents
• Leverages Lightning Network for fast, low-cost transactions
• Open source and follows the MCP standard

Cons

• Low community adoption with only 8 stars on GitHub
• Requires a C# environment to run
• Limited documentation and support for early-stage project

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