Bitcoin developers plan to remove OP-RETURN restrictions in the next version

According to CoinDesk, the debate over Bitcoin OP-RETURN is intensifying as the most popular node software - Bitcoin Core developers - have stated that they plan to completely remove OP-RETURN in the next version. Core contributor Greg Sanders stated on GitHub that the current 80 byte limit has not effectively prevented data abuse, but has instead forced data to be embedded in transactions in a more covert manner, increasing network burden. He believes that removing restrictions can simplify the UTXO set, improve system consistency, and allow the fee market to naturally regulate demand. Opponents such as developer Luke Dashjr criticized this move as&34; Completely insane&34; It is believed that it will promote the proliferation of junk information and deviate from the financial positioning of Bitcoin. The adoption rate of Bitcoin Knots nodes maintained by it has risen to 5%, and some opinion leaders are calling on users to resist upgrading or switching to this version. Supporters emphasize that simplifying the rules is in line with the spirit of Bitcoin, but opponents warn that this is a&34; Fundamental direction shift&34;. The divergence between the two sides highlights the deep contradiction between Bitcoin's functionality and decentralized vision, and consensus may be difficult to reach in the short term. Related reading: Bitcoin OP-RETURN Controversial Proposal: Return to Freedom or Intensify Congestion?