Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
Latest Questions for Blockchain and Cryptocurrency (441)
Hey, that's an interesting question! I've done some research on Bitcoin and reviewed quite a few legal and tax cases related to it. Simply put, how Bitcoin is "defined" directly impacts how it's taxed...
Could the Bitcoin Network Become a Target in Geopolitical Conflicts?
Hey, I've been using Bitcoin for years and follow cybersecurity and international news.
The Duality of Bitcoin Core Protocol Ossification: Symbol of Maturity vs. Risk of Obsolescence
Bitcoin core protocol "ossification" refers to the phenomenon where its protocol rules become increasingl...
Does the Widespread Use of Wrapped Bitcoin in DeFi Weaken Bitcoin's Inherent Sovereignty and Introduce New Centralization Risks?
Impact on Sovereignty
Weakening Inherent Sovereignty: Wrapped Bitcoin ...
Can Bitcoin Adapt to Future Internet Paradigms (e.g., Web3 or Metaverse)
As the earliest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin’s core features include decentralization, high security, and its role as "digital gold"...
Response to Catastrophic Vulnerabilities in the Bitcoin Protocol
How the Community Responds
If a catastrophic fundamental vulnerability is discovered in the Bitcoin protocol that cannot be fixed via a...
Can advancements in privacy technologies like CoinJoin and PayNym significantly enhance user privacy protection without altering Bitcoin's core protocol?
Yes, advancements in privacy technologies such...
This is a highly forward-looking question, as it connects two of today's most disruptive technologies: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Bitcoin.
Bitcoin's Role in a Multi-Chain Future
In a future with multiple coexisting blockchains (where chains like Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot, etc., develop in parallel), Bitcoin will likely continue to serve...
The Coexistence Relationship Between Bitcoin and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)
Bitcoin is a decentralized cryptocurrency based on blockchain technology, emphasizing anonymity, limited supply (2...
Unique and Meaningful Applications on the Bitcoin Blockchain
Beyond serving as a currency and store of value, the Bitcoin blockchain supports various innovative applications leveraging its decentraliz...
Background
Bitcoin's block reward is projected to halve to zero by 2140, at which point miners’ income will rely solely on transaction fees. This raises concerns about the sustainability of its securi...
Feasible Upgrade Paths
To address the quantum computing threat, the Bitcoin community could consider the following upgrade paths:
Adopt quantum-resistant signature algorithms:
Hash-based signatures ...
Will Bitcoin Evolve into a Back-End Settlement Layer?
In the long term, Bitcoin is likely to evolve into a "back-end settlement layer," with everyday transactions primarily occurring on Layer 2 networ...
Scalability Analysis of Bitcoin Application Scenarios: Sidechains vs. Drivechains and Other Layer-2 Solutions
Sidechains (e.g., Liquid Network) and drivechains (e.g.
Is the Lightning Network the Ultimate Solution to Bitcoin's Scalability Problem?
As a Layer 2 scaling solution for Bitcoin, the Lightning Network significantly improves transaction speed and throughpu...
Certainly, the story of Bitcoin Pizza Day is not only fascinating but also holds landmark symbolic significance in Bitcoin's development history.
Lessons from Community Consensus
Consensus Splits Lead to Failure: Many Bitcoin forks (e.g., Bitcoin Cash splits) stemmed from community disagreements over technical directions (like block size).
The early Cypherpunk movement was crucial to the birth of Bitcoin, primarily reflected in the following aspects:
1. Ideological Foundation and Legacy
The Cypherpunk movement emerged in the 1980s-1990...
From "Bitcoin-Qt" to "Bitcoin Core": How the Name Evolution Reflects Changes in the Bitcoin Client and Development Community
Historical Background
Origins of Bitcoin-Qt: In 2009, Satoshi Nakamoto rel...