Bitcoin TLDR

Stats on compact block reconstructions

By 0xB10C

delvingbitcoin

Involving ajtowns, davidgumberg+11 others

Original post on August 2, 2024 12:08 UTC

Last reply on November 23, 2025 19:37 UTC

delvingbitcoin

Monitoring nodes using `debug=cmpctblock` highlights efficiencies in Bitcoin's block reconstruction.
Adjustments to node configurations, such as increasing connections or altering transaction handling, impact reconstruction outcomes.
Comparative studies on block reconstruction times suggest potential improvements in efficiency and propagation speeds.

P2share: how to turn any network (or testnet!) into a bitcoin miner

By VzxPLnHqr

delvingbitcoin

Involving cmp_ancp, ZmnSCPxj+2 others

Original post on November 7, 2025 01:06 UTC

Last reply on November 25, 2025 23:45 UTC

delvingbitcoin

The p2share network innovates in distributing mining rewards via transferable "shares."
It uniquely awards entire bitcoin rewards to randomly selected shareholders, enhancing fairness.
This model promises a decentralized, efficient, and trustless Bitcoin mining ecosystem.

Proposal: OP_STARK_VERIFY - Native STARK Proof Verification in Bitcoin Script

By Abdel

delvingbitcoin

Involving Nuh, instagibbs+4 others

Original post on October 14, 2025 10:55 UTC

Last reply on November 21, 2025 20:04 UTC

delvingbitcoin

The proposal introduces `OP_STARK_VERIFY` for STARK proof verification in Bitcoin Script.
It aims to enhance Bitcoin with post-quantum security, scaling, and privacy without off-chain complexities.
Despite potential benefits, it faces challenges in neutrality, technical risks, and enshrining a proof system.

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