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SHOULD BITCOIN OSSIFY? W/ Jameson Lopp

What Bitcoin Did

CHAPTER

Ossification and Innovation in Bitcoin

This chapter explores the concept of ossification in Bitcoin, focusing on the challenges that arise when a technology becomes widely adopted. It discusses the balance between innovation and security within Bitcoin's evolving ecosystem, highlighting risks associated with neglecting its foundational attributes. The conversation also delves into the intricate processes and social dynamics involved in proposing changes, emphasizing the importance of consensus and the potential pitfalls of stagnation.

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