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Hourglass V2 Update

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By Jameson Lopp

Involving Light, Mike Casey

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Original post on February 10, 2026 20:47 UTC

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Last reply on February 17, 2026 13:02 UTC

bitcoin-dev

  • Bitcoin's rules allow users to prevent malicious UTXO claims through collective action.

  • The Hourglass V2 proposal improves on V1, but critiques its block reward assignment.

  • A new BIP includes a quantum-safe spending option, enhancing security against quantum threats.

BIP 54 active on Bitcoin Inquisition

By Antoine Poinsot

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Original post on February 13, 2026 22:27 UTC

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Last reply on February 13, 2026 22:27 UTC

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  • Bitcoin Inquisition 29.2 now supports BIP 54, improving system robustness without new features.

  • It introduces a bugfix soft fork, effective from block 291168, with limited testing opportunities.

  • Community testing across Signet networks is crucial for verifying the update's effectiveness.

Bitcoin Core v29.3 Released

By Sebastian Kung

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Original post on February 11, 2026 18:42 UTC

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Last reply on February 11, 2026 18:42 UTC

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  • Bitcoin Core 29.3, with enhancements and bug fixes, is now available for download.

  • It supports updates from EOL versions and is tested on major operating systems.

  • Significant changes include P2P network updates, wallet and mining improvements.

The future of the Bitcoin Core GUI

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By adys

Involving AntoineP, 1440000bytes+3 others

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Original post on February 13, 2026 15:04 UTC

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Last reply on February 18, 2026 00:50 UTC

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  • The UX, including a GUI, is vital for Bitcoin Core's adoption and security.

  • Removing the GUI could push users towards less secure, third-party options.

  • A comprehensive UX/UI is necessary for Bitcoin Core's long-term viability and security.

BLISK: Boolean circuit Logic Integrated into the Single Key

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By olkurbatov

Involving ZmnSCPxj, nkohen+2 others

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Original post on January 26, 2026 23:23 UTC

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Last reply on February 16, 2026 20:53 UTC

delvingbitcoin

  • BLISK enhancement with DLC adaptor points allows conditional cryptographic policy relaxation.

  • Adaptor points enable policy changes based on oracle-confirmed events, reducing required signatures.

  • Benefits include automatic adjustments and minimal participant interaction, but oracle reliability and security pose challenges.

Bitcoin PIPEs v2

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By cmp_ancp

Involving AdamISZ, nemothenoone

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Original post on February 12, 2026 16:56 UTC

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Last reply on February 16, 2026 14:40 UTC

delvingbitcoin

  • Layer 2 applications use scripts and musig for security and consensus.

  • Trust is crucial in L2 protocols, ensured by mechanisms like HTLCs for safe transactions.

  • Early 3-3 musig revelation by operators may streamline protocol processes, increasing trust.

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