A joint statement from 31 Bitcoin Core developers has ignited debate within the community regarding transaction relay policies. The statement, which focuses on maintaining Bitcoin’s censorship resistance, raises questions about network congestion and potential fee increases. 31 developers emphasized the importance of individual user choice in software usage while acknowledging Bitcoin’s potential for non-financial applications. This stance sparked disagreement with some arguing that it could lead to increased spam and network congestion, while others highlighted its decentralization benefits. The controversy brings back memories of past debates around non-financial data storage on the Bitcoin blockchain like the Ordinals inscription issue. The statement marks a significant shift in developer collaboration regarding policy directions for the Bitcoin Network.