Future of the bitcoin-dev mailing list

It is acknowledged that a substantial amount of knowledge has been accumulated within the mailing list archives over time, which is crucial as Bitcoin must endure even with complete changes in its contributor base. For this reason, an effective system for archiving is deemed essential.

Current tools for communication and archival, such as Nostr, are recognized for their potential resilience but are also noted as lacking maturity, particularly in user experience (UX) design, which hinders accessibility for individuals from diverse backgrounds. In contrast, while email UX is not ideal, it is more widely accessible. The criteria proposed for an effective archival system include the permanence of archives, accessibility to a broad audience, and a non-proprietary data format that does not depend on the success of any single organization. Although Nostr may be promising for future applications, it is not yet suitable as an immediate solution for these archival requirements.