Quantum computers, block subsidy reduction... these topics have become tiresome in the crypto world, but you might have overlooked a more critical issue.
Research indicates that Bitcoin's biggest problem at the moment is not a technical threat or an economic model, but rather the evolving governance culture within the community itself. What was once a gathering place for bold thinkers and innovators has gradually transformed into a rigid ecosystem that rejects dissent and suppresses discussion.
This may sound alarmist, but the consequences are serious. Once the community collectively chooses to turn a blind eye, there may be no room for response when the real crisis breaks out.
**The Real Threats That Are Underestimated**
Quantum threats and subsidy crises are not new issues. The first problem is that quantum computing may break existing signature algorithms, at which point the entire network will have to undergo a difficult migration; the second is that mining rewards are continuously decreasing, and in the long run, the security of Bitcoin must rely on transaction fees to be maintained.
These two things used to sound like science fiction, but the timeline is accelerating. Post-quantum cryptography is no longer a story ten years out—it needs to start preparing emergency plans now, as a real upgrade will take at least a few years.
**Factionalism hinders reform progress**
There have always been two opposing forces in the community. One side adheres to the doctrine of "rules are life," believing that the essence of Bitcoin lies in its immutability and that rigidity in governance equates to a safety line; the other side takes a more pragmatic view of quantum threats and economic realities that must be faced.
This opposition itself is not necessarily bad, but when one side begins to suppress dissent and limit discussion, the entire system falls into a dilemma.
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ProtocolRebel
· 9h ago
Basically, the BTC community has started to become competitive internally. Now, anyone who dares to propose new ideas gets shut down. It's really fucking ironic.
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rugged_again
· 15h ago
Basically, it's the elders who have made the crypto community rigid and are completely unwilling to listen to new ideas.
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GweiWatcher
· 12-23 09:02
You're right, the crypto world is like an echo chamber right now; anyone who dares to speak the truth gets attacked and told to get lost.
If something goes wrong, everyone will regret it.
The factional fighting is too fierce, and no one wants to hear different opinions.
This quantum issue really needs to be planned in advance; if we delay any longer, it will be disastrous.
Your point hits the nail on the head, but I'm afraid no one will listen.
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AirdropBlackHole
· 12-23 09:01
You are absolutely right, this is the root of the problem.
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JustHereForAirdrops
· 12-23 09:01
To be honest, the factional struggle in the crypto world has long been rotten; realizing the governance issue now? It's a bit late.
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OldLeekNewSickle
· 12-23 09:01
In simple terms, the community split is more painful than any quantum threat, because when something really happens, everyone can only act independently.
Quantum computers, block subsidy reduction... these topics have become tiresome in the crypto world, but you might have overlooked a more critical issue.
Research indicates that Bitcoin's biggest problem at the moment is not a technical threat or an economic model, but rather the evolving governance culture within the community itself. What was once a gathering place for bold thinkers and innovators has gradually transformed into a rigid ecosystem that rejects dissent and suppresses discussion.
This may sound alarmist, but the consequences are serious. Once the community collectively chooses to turn a blind eye, there may be no room for response when the real crisis breaks out.
**The Real Threats That Are Underestimated**
Quantum threats and subsidy crises are not new issues. The first problem is that quantum computing may break existing signature algorithms, at which point the entire network will have to undergo a difficult migration; the second is that mining rewards are continuously decreasing, and in the long run, the security of Bitcoin must rely on transaction fees to be maintained.
These two things used to sound like science fiction, but the timeline is accelerating. Post-quantum cryptography is no longer a story ten years out—it needs to start preparing emergency plans now, as a real upgrade will take at least a few years.
**Factionalism hinders reform progress**
There have always been two opposing forces in the community. One side adheres to the doctrine of "rules are life," believing that the essence of Bitcoin lies in its immutability and that rigidity in governance equates to a safety line; the other side takes a more pragmatic view of quantum threats and economic realities that must be faced.
This opposition itself is not necessarily bad, but when one side begins to suppress dissent and limit discussion, the entire system falls into a dilemma.