Bitcoin faces a critical governance battle as developer Luke Dashjr proposes BIP-444 to reverse recent data capacity expansions. The proposal aims to protect users from legal exposure but has sparked fierce debate about Bitcoin’s core principles. This conflict could lead to Bitcoin’s first major consensus change since 2021’s Taproot upgrade, testing the cryptocurrency’s foundational values of neutrality and decentralization.
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Prominent Bitcoin advocates including Jack Dorsey and Peter Todd are rallying behind a campaign to integrate Bitcoin into the privacy-focused messaging app Signal. The “Bitcoin for Signal” initiative aims to enable cryptocurrency payments within the secure messaging platform. This movement represents a significant push to merge privacy-focused communication with cryptocurrency functionality.
about Bitcoiners Push Signal to Adopt Bitcoin PaymentsGermany’s EU Chat Control Shift Alarms Signal, Privacy Advocates
Germany appears poised to reverse its opposition to the EU’s controversial Chat Control proposal, triggering urgent warnings from encrypted messaging service Signal. The potential policy shift could compel messaging platforms to scan private communications, effectively ending digital privacy in Europe according to critics. This development represents a critical moment for privacy rights across the continent.
about Germany's EU Chat Control Shift Alarms Signal, Privacy AdvocatesSatoshi Nakamoto Ranks 11th Richest as Bitcoin Soars
Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s elusive creator, has become the 11th richest person in the world as Bitcoin’s value surged 14% in a month, pushing his estimated holdings to $130 billion. This surpasses the net worth of Bill Gates and Michael Dell, with Warren Buffett next in line. Satoshi’s wealth stems from 1.1 million BTC mined early on, though his identity remains unknown. A new concern arises as quantum computing could threaten these dormant wallets, prompting a Bitcoin Improvement Proposal to safeguard against potential hacks. Experts warn that without protection, up to 25% of Bitcoin’s supply could be at risk, potentially destabilizing the market.
about Satoshi Nakamoto Ranks 11th Richest as Bitcoin SoarsBitcoin’s Cold War: 3,000 Nodes at Risk in Core Policy Clash
Bitcoin Core’s decision to remove the 80-byte OP_RETURN relay cap has sparked a divisive policy war, with a GitHub script now targeting Bitcoin Knots nodes (13% of reachable peers) for auto-banning. The conflict centers on whether larger data payloads undermine Bitcoin’s monetary focus, with Knots gaining adoption as critics like Luke Dashjr call Core’s move ‘utter insanity.’ Unlike the block size wars, this relay policy split doesn’t require consensus changes but risks network partitioning if peer bans spread. Core’s v30 release in October will enforce the change, leaving miners and node operators to decide whether to propagate data-heavy transactions. With Knots nodes at a record 2,938 and banning tools proliferating, Bitcoin faces its first major operational divide since 2017.
about Bitcoin's Cold War: 3,000 Nodes at Risk in Core Policy ClashPaul Sztorc’s Drivechain: Innovating Bitcoin Without Compromise
Paul Sztorc, the creator of Drivechain, envisions a more flexible and innovative Bitcoin without compromising its core principles. Initially developing Truthcoin (later Hivemind), he shifted focus to Drivechain—a sidechain solution enabling smart contracts, tokens, and privacy features on Bitcoin. Despite backlash from figures like Peter Todd and Michael Saylor, Sztorc’s LayerTwo Labs continues to build infrastructure, proposing solutions like the Core-Untouched Softfork (CUSF) to bypass centralized decision-making. Drivechain acts as a ‘new room’ for Bitcoin, allowing experimentation without abandoning its foundation. Sztorc remains active in debates, podcasts, and social media, prioritizing Bitcoin’s future relevance over popularity.
about Paul Sztorc's Drivechain: Innovating Bitcoin Without CompromiseBitcoin Devs Debate OP_RETURN Limit Removal Proposal
A heated debate has erupted in the Bitcoin developer community over PR 32359, a proposal by veteran developer Peter Todd to remove the 83-byte limit on OP_RETURN outputs and eliminate customization options for node operators. Supporters like Citrea, Stacks Foundation, and Taproot Wizards argue the change would enable commercial applications, while critics warn it could allow corporate interests to influence Bitcoin’s technical core. The proposal has sparked concerns about decentralized governance, with some accusing Todd of reviving a previously rejected idea with fewer protections. The controversy has escalated on GitHub, leading to moderator intervention. The discussion raises broader questions about the role of venture-backed developers in shaping Bitcoin’s future.
about Bitcoin Devs Debate OP_RETURN Limit Removal ProposalBitcoin Proposal Sparks Debate Over Data Storage Limits
Bitcoin developers are divided over a proposal to remove OP_RETURN limits, which currently restrict non-financial data storage on the blockchain to 83-byte chunks. Advocates, like developer Peter Todd, argue the limits are ineffective as users already bypass them, while opponents, such as Jason Hughes, fear it could transform Bitcoin into a ‘worthless altcoin.’ The change would allow larger data storage, potentially increasing transaction fees and shifting Bitcoin’s focus from payments to broader applications. Supporters see it as progress, but critics warn it risks undermining Bitcoin’s core identity.
about Bitcoin Proposal Sparks Debate Over Data Storage LimitsTokyo Unveils Satoshi Nakamoto Statue Amid Bitcoin Surge
Tokyo has joined Miami and Lugano in unveiling a statue of Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s anonymous creator, reinforcing the cryptocurrency’s cultural and ideological roots. The metal-barred, hooded figure—deliberately faceless—stands near Tokyo’s Bitcoin mural, emphasizing decentralization. Meanwhile, Bitcoin’s price rally to $95,000 and Nakamoto’s estimated $103.57 billion holdings fuel renewed identity debates, with figures like Jack Dorsey and Peter Todd under scrutiny. Legal actions and global tributes, including an upcoming Italian monument, highlight Bitcoin’s expanding influence beyond financial hubs.
about Tokyo Unveils Satoshi Nakamoto Statue Amid Bitcoin SurgeNew Evidence Links Jack Dorsey to Bitcoin Creator Theory
New evidence has emerged suggesting a connection between Jack Dorsey and Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. Seán Murray, a financial news editor, highlights various coincidences, including significant dates and Dorsey’s past, while critics argue the evidence lacks definitive proof. Dorsey has previously denied being Nakamoto, and skepticism remains prevalent in the crypto community regarding such claims.
about New Evidence Links Jack Dorsey to Bitcoin Creator TheoryConcerns Over Quantum Computing and Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin Holdings
Vitalik Buterin expressed gratitude for support amid Ethereum’s 22% loss. Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, warned that Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin holdings could be at risk due to potential hacking, as quantum computing remains a distant threat. Meanwhile, speculation about Satoshi’s identity continues, with some believing he is no longer alive, despite holding 1.1M BTC, which would make him wealthier than Bill Gates.
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