A number of bitcoin improvement proposals (all aimed at boosting the cryptocurrency’s transaction capacity) are set to come to a head in the coming weeks, ending either in a good upgrade or a difficult potential split.
The result of years of heated discussion on how to expand the capabilities of bitcoin for greater transaction volumes, two key proposals now stand on the verge of potentially disrupting or upgrading the network.
While generally described as a "civil war," the battle over bitcoin's technical roadmap is more nuanced.
Yet, that's not to say there couldn't be real consequences.
To help readers understand this turbulent time, we're assembling content, both new and old, to serve as a guide to the debate and a real-time way to track news and updates.
In the days to come, we'll be updating this post as a resource. We're happy to consider collaborations and improvements as we seek to inform the world about changes and movements in bitcoin.
BUT THE QUESTION IS WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO BITCOIN?