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Motion to Activate BIP 3

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By Motion to Activate BIP 3 Murch

Involving Murch, Greg Maxwell+17 others

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Original post on November 5, 2025 01:10 UTC

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Last reply on December 2, 2025 00:29 UTC

bitcoin-dev

  • BIP 3 advanced to "Proposed" status in March 2025, with ongoing minor adjustments.

  • There's significant community support for BIP 3, evidenced by over 600 comments on GitHub.

  • Changes to BIP 3 include adoption of SPDX License Expressions and updates to enhance process clarity.

A safe way to remove objectionable content from the blockchain

11 replies

By A safe way to remove objectionable content from the blockchain Lazy Fair

Involving waxwing/ AdamISZ, Erik Aronesty+4 others

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Original post on November 20, 2025 01:57 UTC

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Last reply on November 30, 2025 14:39 UTC

bitcoin-dev

  • The email proposes modifications to handle objectionable Bitcoin blockchain content without losing integrity.

  • Techniques involve altering data between two points in the hashing process, preserving the blockchain's overall integrity.

  • It suggests embedding specific states in the blockchain for content moderation, promoting further community discussion.

op_ctv still has no technical objections

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By op_ctv still has no technical objections Erik Aronesty

Involving /dev /fd0, conduition'

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Original post on November 27, 2025 07:43 UTC

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Last reply on November 28, 2025 02:04 UTC

bitcoin-dev

  • Bitcoin developers prioritize caution in new covenants, notably with op_ctv's limited use.

  • Lnhance's complexity raises concerns compared to the simpler op_ctv approach.

  • The discussion reflects a pragmatic stance, focusing on not compromising Bitcoin's core values.

Great Consensus Cleanup Revival

87 replies

By AntoineP

Involving ajtowns, sjors+14 others

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Original post on March 24, 2024 19:53 UTC

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Last reply on December 4, 2025 14:33 UTC

delvingbitcoin

  • The analysis spotlights Bitcoin protocol flaws, emphasizing the need for improved security and efficiency.

  • Proposed solutions include adjusting mining difficulty and restricting non-SegWit transactions to enhance network performance.

  • Despite widespread support for many improvements, suggestions like reducing block size provoke community debate.

Stats on compact block reconstructions

49 replies

By 0xB10C

Involving ajtowns, davidgumberg+11 others

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Original post on August 2, 2024 12:08 UTC

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Last reply on December 2, 2025 11:51 UTC

delvingbitcoin

  • Exploration of Bitcoin's block reconstructions highlights efficiency and node transaction awareness.

  • Adjustments in node settings, like maximum connections and mempool policies, significantly affect reconstruction.

  • Periods of high mempool activity and specific node configurations demonstrated varied impacts on reconstruction times.

Gossip Observer: New project to monitor the Lightning P2P network

13 replies

By jonhbit

Involving rustyrussell, gmaxwell

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Original post on November 14, 2025 20:48 UTC

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Last reply on December 4, 2025 04:38 UTC

delvingbitcoin

  • The project has enhanced understanding of Lightning Network's message propagation dynamics.

  • Key findings include a reduced convergence delay and potential inefficiencies in network connectivity.

  • Future goals involve expanding infrastructure and engaging the community for deeper analysis and suggestions.

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