Motion to Activate BIP 3

Posted by Murch

Dec 10, 2025/00:56 UTC

The recent communication from Murch to the Bitcoin Development Mailing List highlights several key updates and changes regarding the Bitcoin Improvement Proposals (BIPs). Murch has initiated a pull request that primarily focuses on reverting the newly added guidelines about the use of AI/LLMs within the BIPs framework. This decision was made after considering the feedback and discussions within the community, underscoring the importance of consensus and careful consideration in such matters.

Additionally, the update introduces a Changelog to the BIPs repository, which aims to provide clarity and transparency regarding the modifications and their implications. This change is expected to enhance the documentation process, making it easier for contributors and reviewers to track developments over time.

Murch has also incorporated suggestions from Luke's review into the pull request. This collaborative approach signifies the value of community input and the iterative nature of developing and refining proposals within the Bitcoin ecosystem. The integration of these suggestions indicates a responsive and adaptive strategy to proposal management, ensuring that valuable insights from community members are acknowledged and acted upon.

The discussion about the future inclusion of guidance on the use of AI/LLM in BIPs has been deferred until after the activation of BIP 3. This strategic postponement highlights the prioritization of current initiatives and the recognition of the need for a more deliberate approach to integrating new technologies and methodologies into the BIP framework.

For those interested in reviewing the changes or contributing further to the discussion, Murch has provided a link to the pull request (pull request #2051). This invitation encourages ongoing participation and review from the community, reinforcing the open and collaborative nature of Bitcoin's development process.

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