Bitcoin Core Developers Spark Debate With New Statement

On June 6, 2025, a joint statement by 31 Bitcoin Core developers addressed transaction relay policy and its implications for the Bitcoin network. This move sparked debate within the community, reigniting past controversies regarding Bitcoin’s intended use cases without immediate protocol adjustments. The statement emphasizes user autonomy as a cornerstone of Bitcoin’s decentralized system, asserting that it is ultimately defined by its users rather than developers.