Posted by moonsettler
Oct 3, 2025/10:46 UTC
In the discussion regarding the proposal to extend OP_RETURN within the Bitcoin protocol, concerns were raised about the strength of the arguments both for and against its specific extension. The critique highlighted that while there are reasons to consider expanding OP_RETURN's functionality, these reasons do not hold significant weight to merit serious consideration under normal circumstances. Additionally, the potential counterargument that allowing for an increased number of OP_RETURN operations per transaction could lead to transactions becoming more cumbersome and slightly more expensive was also deemed to lack strong conviction. This conversation reflects the nuanced debate within the Bitcoin development community, focusing on the balance between enhancing transaction capabilities and maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
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