Bitcoin Core v30 boosts OP_RETURN data size: Will 'Spam' Debate Trigger a BTC Fork?
Bitcoin market reacts to Core v30 OP_RETURN size increase; consider crypto fees, upgrade impact, blockchain updates. Bitcoin Core v30: Data Size Debate Heats Up – What It Means for Investors 📌 Event Background and Significance Bitcoin Core v30 has arrived, marking a significant milestone as the first major release since v29. This update sunsets older branches (27.x and earlier), now labeled “End of Life,” and introduces several pivotal changes to the Bitcoin network. The most controversial update revolves around OP_RETURN, a script path allowing unspendable outputs carrying arbitrary data . This isn't just a technical tweak; it's sparking a philosophical debate about Bitcoin's purpose and the role of its policy layer. 🔗 Historically, the size of data that can be embedded in the Bitcoin blockchain has been limited to prevent spam and ensure the network...