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| 2024-12-12 11:29 |
Amir's Stance During The Blocksize War Highlighted by BitMEX Research
According to BitMEX Research, Amir Taaki likely supported the smaller blockers during the onset of The Blocksize War in 2015. BitMEX Research describes Amir as an anti-establishment radical, suggesting he may have viewed Gavin Andresen and Mike Hearn as too aligned with business interests. This historical perspective could provide insights into the ideological divides that have shaped Bitcoin's development. (Source) |
| 2024-12-12 22:22 |
Historical Bitcoin Blocksize Debate and Current Developer Opposition
According to BitMEX Research, the blocksize war within the Bitcoin community was about more than just the technical aspect of blocksize. In 2015, there was opposition to figures like Gavin Andresen and Mike Hearn, who were associated with the Bitcoin Foundation and perceived as linked to major financial institutions. This opposition has evolved, with some now challenging the current Bitcoin Core developers, suggesting an ongoing tension between different factions within the Bitcoin ecosystem. (Source) |