# Conflict Related Articles

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Samson Mou is Confident that Controversy Around BIP-110 Could Have Been Avoided

Bitcoin supporter and entrepreneur Samson Mou argues that the BIP-110 initiative was largely a reaction to decisions and behaviors within the Bitcoin Core ecosystem. His comments were part of a discussion involving analyst Michael Sullivan, Bitcoin Core developer Antoine Poinsot, and Blockstream co-founder Adam Back. Mou contends that if core developers don't take responsibility for their role in fostering the movement behind BIP-110, similar conflicts will recur. He criticized the "vicious attacks" from some in the Core camp, including associations with aggressive figures, and suggested this hostility provoked a severe backlash. The situation was worsened by what he called the "unworthy actions of Zhao/Newberry" and other missteps. Mou believes developers should have left the OP_RETURN function untouched for a year or two to let tensions cool. Proponents of restricting arbitrary data in blocks argue Bitcoin's limited block space should prioritize monetary transactions, a stance that led to a new Bitcoin fork which recently failed due to extremely low adoption.

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 12:10

Samson Mou is Confident that Controversy Around BIP-110 Could Have Been Avoided

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 12:10

Luke Dashjr removed as Bitcoin Improvement Proposal editor

Bitcoin developer Luke Dashjr has been removed as an editor of Bitcoin Improvement Proposals (BIPs). The removal followed a mailing list discussion and a pull request by developer Mark Erhardt, who alleged that Dashjr unfairly favored BIP 110, a proposal he was heavily involved in, by attempting to assign it a number prematurely and merging updates too quickly. Another developer, Jon Atack, confirmed Dashjr's privileges were revoked and finalized the removal. Dashjr condemned the action as an "abuse of power" by Bitcoin Core, asserting they lacked the authority. BIP 110 aimed to temporarily limit arbitrary data in transactions and previously caused a minor, short-lived chain split due to enforcement disagreements.

cointelegraph08/11 05:15

Luke Dashjr removed as Bitcoin Improvement Proposal editor

cointelegraph08/11 05:15

Proposed CLARITY ethics deal could save Trump millions in taxes: Bloomberg

A bipartisan ethics proposal linked to the U.S. crypto market structure bill could provide President Trump with a major tax benefit, Bloomberg reports. The unpublished addendum, aimed at addressing Democratic concerns over Trump's crypto conflicts, would require him to divest from crypto-related businesses but reportedly allow him to defer capital gains taxes on those sales, potentially saving millions. This tax deferral may itself become a point of contention for Democrats questioning if the proposal truly curbs his financial interests. The report follows Trump's 2025 financial disclosure, which showed $1.4 billion in income last year from crypto ventures, primarily from memecoin royalties and his family's DeFi platform.

cointelegraph08/07 17:15

Proposed CLARITY ethics deal could save Trump millions in taxes: Bloomberg

cointelegraph08/07 17:15

Should Developers Build on Corporate Blockchains Like Base and Robinhood?

Should developers build on enterprise-backed public chains like Base, Robinhood, or Stripe's Tempo? While these chains offer enticing benefits—primarily access to the platform's existing user base for accelerated growth—they come with significant, well-documented risks stemming from the inherent conflict of interest when a company controls both the underlying chain and major on-chain applications. The core promise is traffic distribution: projects gain exposure through platforms like the Coinbase wallet or app. However, this model creates five major risks: 1. **Direct Competition**: The platform can leverage its data and position to launch and prioritize its own competing products, similar to Amazon creating private-label goods or Microsoft bundling Internet Explorer. 2. **Wallet Agnosticism**: Companion wallets (e.g., Coinbase Wallet) must support multiple chains and integrate top applications across the ecosystem to remain competitive, diluting the promised exclusive traffic advantage for the enterprise chain. 3. **Competitor Exclusion**: Rival platforms (e.g., Coinbase vs. Robinhood) have no incentive to promote applications built on a competitor's chain. 4. **Profit Extraction**: The party controlling end-users holds disproportionate bargaining power and can capture most of the value, squeezing protocol profits down to marginal cost. 5. **Unfulfilled Promises**: Promised traffic support can be deprioritized or withdrawn based on shifting corporate strategies. In contrast, neutral chains like Ethereum or Solana avoid these platform risks entirely. For developers considering enterprise chains, risk mitigation strategies include: evaluating substantial onboarding grants, seeking (though often weak) contractual guarantees, and, most crucially, pursuing a multi-chain strategy while building independent user acquisition channels. Enterprise chains may be useful for initial cold-start growth, but the ultimate goal should be cultivating a dedicated user base rather than long-term dependence on a single, conflicted platform.

marsbit07/21 02:00

Should Developers Build on Corporate Blockchains Like Base and Robinhood?

marsbit07/21 02:00

Crude Oil Surges 10% in Intraday Trading! US Military Restores Blockade on Iran, Trump Warns of 'Heavy Blows' Tonight and Tomorrow, Imposes 20% Fee on Strait Shipping

Crude oil prices surged up to 10% intraday as tensions between the US and Iran escalated sharply. President Trump announced the reinstatement of a maritime blockade against Iran, targeting its ships and their customers, while stating the Strait of Hormuz would remain open to all other nations. He further declared that the US, as the "guardian" of the strait, would impose a 20% fee on all cargo transiting the strategic waterway to compensate for security costs. The US Central Command confirmed the naval blockade would commence on July 14 (GMT). Following Trump's statements, reports emerged of explosions near Iran's Larak Island and the port of Bandar Abbas, though Iranian authorities did not confirm their nature. Iran's Foreign Minister criticized the proposed 20% fee as excessive, asserting Iran's role as the guardian of the strait. An Iranian military spokesperson warned of a strong response to any unauthorized US interference in the waterway. The United Nations' International Maritime Organization (IMO) expressed opposition to charging tolls for passage through international straits, stating such measures lack legal foundation. Market reactions were pronounced, with Brent crude briefly surpassing $83 and WTI above $78. The situation intensified as Trump notified Congress of renewed hostilities with Iran, following US airstrikes on Iranian targets.

marsbit07/14 04:18

Crude Oil Surges 10% in Intraday Trading! US Military Restores Blockade on Iran, Trump Warns of 'Heavy Blows' Tonight and Tomorrow, Imposes 20% Fee on Strait Shipping

marsbit07/14 04:18

Behind Musk and Huang Jen-hsun's 'AI Factories', an Unseen Battle for Freshwater Has Begun

Behind the "AI factories" of Elon Musk and Jensen Huang lies a hidden battle for a critical resource: fresh water. As AI models like ChatGPT and Claude process billions of prompts daily, they consume vast amounts of water for cooling. By 2030, global AI infrastructure is projected to use 9.3 trillion liters annually—enough to meet the basic needs of 1.3 billion people. This "water grab" stems from the massive heat generated by high-powered GPUs. Over 70% of data centers use evaporative cooling systems, where water absorbs heat and evaporates into the atmosphere, depleting local groundwater. Training models like GPT-4 can consume over 600 million liters of water. Tech giants like Google and Microsoft report skyrocketing water usage, sparking conflicts with local communities over resources. A flashpoint occurred in Memphis, Tennessee, where Musk's xAI built the Colossus supercomputer. It draws nearly 3.8 million liters of drinking water daily from local aquifers, leading to public outrage and legal action. In response, xAI is building an $80 million water recycling plant to use treated wastewater instead. Facing pressure, companies like Microsoft promote "waterless" closed-loop cooling systems. However, these systems increase electricity consumption by 20-30%, shifting the water burden to power plants, which require immense cooling water themselves—a case of indirect water footprint transfer. For China's AI industry, this crisis offers a strategic warning and opportunity. Instead of replicating the West's resource-intensive model, China can leverage its "East Data, West Computing" policy to locate data centers in cooler, water-rich regions like Guizhou. Furthermore, developing lightweight edge computing for smart homes and embodied AI robots can drastically reduce the need for constant cloud queries, cutting both water and energy consumption at the source. The freshwater war underscores a fundamental question: Will AI be a tool for human advancement or a silicon-based monster competing for our planet's last drops of clean water? The answer is becoming clearer as the water vapor rises.

marsbit06/11 05:23

Behind Musk and Huang Jen-hsun's 'AI Factories', an Unseen Battle for Freshwater Has Begun

marsbit06/11 05:23

Israel-US-Iran Conflict Surpasses 100 Days, One Key to US-Iran Reconciliation Lies in Asset Unfreezing?

The U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict has surpassed 100 days, with peace talks remaining difficult. A key sticking point in U.S.-Iran negotiations is the approximately $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets, including around $1 billion in cryptocurrencies like USDT, BTC, and ETH seized by the U.S. Treasury. Iran demands at least 50% of its assets be unfrozen immediately upon any agreement, a condition U.S. President Trump has firmly rejected, insisting no sanctions will be lifted early. Trump's inconsistent statements about an imminent deal have complicated negotiations. Iran has proposed a four-phase peace plan, with the second phase focusing on core issues like asset unfreezing. Meanwhile, the U.S. is reportedly considering using the frozen Iranian funds to aid Gulf nations affected by the conflict. Analysts suggest the asset dispute and broader geopolitical tensions mean a pattern of "fighting while talking" is likely to continue, with the conflict having a general macro impact on crypto markets rather than causing direct sell-offs of specific assets.

Odaily星球日报06/10 10:34

Israel-US-Iran Conflict Surpasses 100 Days, One Key to US-Iran Reconciliation Lies in Asset Unfreezing?

Odaily星球日报06/10 10:34

U.S.-Israel-Iran Conflict Surpasses 100 Days: Is Asset Unfreezing a Key to Reconciliation?

**Title: U.S.-Israel-Iran Conflict Surpasses 100 Days; Key to Reconciliation Lies in Unfreezing Assets?** **Summary:** As the conflict between the U.S./Israel and Iran enters its 103rd day, peace talks remain stalled. A central sticking point in the negotiations is the fate of approximately $240 billion in Iranian assets frozen by the United States. This includes around $1 billion in cryptocurrency assets, such as USDT, BTC, and ETH, which were seized as part of U.S. sanctions. Iran has outlined a four-phase plan for a potential deal, with the second phase demanding the immediate unfreezing of at least 50% of its assets upon signing an initial agreement, and the remainder within one to two months. However, the U.S., particularly President Trump, has firmly rejected any preemptive release of funds, viewing them as crucial leverage for future negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. The Trump administration's approach is described as unpredictable, mixing tough rhetoric with offers of talks. Meanwhile, the U.S. is reportedly considering using the frozen Iranian assets to fund reconstruction in affected Gulf countries. While both sides express a desire to end the conflict, the deep-seated issue of the frozen assets, alongside broader geopolitical tensions, suggests a prolonged period of "fighting while talking" is likely to continue. The article concludes that the conflict's primary impact on cryptocurrency markets is macro-level, with minimal direct selling pressure on specific assets like BTC or ETH.

marsbit06/10 10:34

U.S.-Israel-Iran Conflict Surpasses 100 Days: Is Asset Unfreezing a Key to Reconciliation?

marsbit06/10 10:34

Ceasefire Indefinitely Extended, How Long Will the US-Iran Conflict Continue to Be a Tug-of-War?

President Trump has indefinitely extended the ceasefire with Iran while maintaining a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, stating the truce will last until Iran presents a new proposal and negotiations conclude. The decision follows the collapse of planned peace talks after Iranian representatives refused to attend, calling U.S. conditions unacceptable. Iran has not requested the extension and maintains a firm stance, keeping the strait closed as long as the blockade persists. The prolonged standoff has heightened global market volatility, with oil prices rising sharply. Despite the temporary truce, the lack of a clear diplomatic framework and mutual distrust suggest the situation remains a fragile, unstable equilibrium, with risks of escalation persisting.

marsbit04/22 09:04

Ceasefire Indefinitely Extended, How Long Will the US-Iran Conflict Continue to Be a Tug-of-War?

marsbit04/22 09:04

You Bet on the News, the Pros Read the Rules: The True Cognitive Gap in Losing Money on Polymarket

The article explains that the key to profiting on Polymarket, a prediction market platform, lies not just predicting real-world events correctly, but in meticulously understanding the specific rules that govern how each market will be resolved. It illustrates this with examples, such as a market on Venezuela's 2026 leader, where the official rules defining "officially holds" the office overruled the intuitive answer of who was in practical control. Other examples include debates over the definition of a "token" or what constitutes an "agreement." The core argument is that a "reality vs. rules" gap creates pricing discrepancies that savvy traders ("车头" or "whales") exploit. The platform has a formal dispute resolution process managed by UMA token holders to settle ambiguous outcomes. This process involves proposal submission, a challenge window, a discussion period, and a final vote. However, the article highlights a critical flaw in this system compared to a traditional court: the lack of separation between the arbiters (UMA voters) and the interested parties (traders with financial stakes in the outcome). This conflict of interest undermines the discussion phase, leads to herd mentality, and results in opaque final decisions without explanatory rulings. Consequently, the system lacks a body of precedent, making it difficult for users to learn from past disputes. The ultimate takeaway is that success on Polymarket requires a lawyer-like scrutiny of the rules to identify and capitalize on the cognitive gap between how events appear and how they are contractually defined for settlement.

marsbit04/21 03:08

You Bet on the News, the Pros Read the Rules: The True Cognitive Gap in Losing Money on Polymarket

marsbit04/21 03:08

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