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Navigating Bitcoin's Consensus Challenges
This chapter explores the complexities of blockchain consensus and the centralization of mining, discussing the implications of contentious soft forks and the influential role of media. It highlights the risks associated with miners' software changes and the potential consequences on user investments in Bitcoin. The conversation also delves into the motivations of key players within the ecosystem and the dynamics of trust and adoption in relation to Bitcoin Core and alternative implementations.