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Bitcoin Ordinals Creator Advocates for Market Forces to Dictate Future, Opposes Censorship

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Teuta Franjkovic
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Key Takeaways

  • Casey Rodarmor strongly opposes the censorship of blockchain transactions.
  • Rodarmor raises concerns about the dangers of censoring Bitcoin ordinals.
  • He defends the blockchain’s multifunctionality against maximalist criticism.

Casey Rodarmor, a developer involved with the Bitcoin Ordinals project, recently made a statement  against the censorship of blockchain transactions.

This stance is particularly significant in relation to Ordinals. In a recent blog post, Rodarmor criticized certain members of the Bitcoin community who advocate for blockchain censorship. 

Bitcoin Ordinal Censorship: A Threat to Transparency and Freedom?

He labeled  these individuals as hypocritical, pointing out the contradiction in their support for censorship while claiming Bitcoin is an “unstoppable” form of money immune to external interference. This debate has sparked discussion within the cryptocurrency community. This reflects the ongoing tension between the ideals of unfettered digital transactions and the practical considerations of content moderation on blockchain platforms.

 

Rodarmor has raised concerns  about the potential implications of censoring Bitcoin ordinals. He argues any attempt to censor these ordinals could lead to a slippery slope within the Bitcoin ecosystem. 

He emphasizes  that due to Bitcoin’s inherent transparency, it’s not feasible to stop people from utilizing this feature. His viewpoint highlights Bitcoins open and transparent nature. He suggests that any efforts to impose restrictions could undermine these core principles, potentially impacting the integrity and freedom associated with the cryptocurrency. 

Rodarmor has expressed his viewpoint on recent criticisms from Bitcoin maximalists about the use of the blockchain for purposes other than payments. 

Blockchain’s Multifunctionality Against Maximalist Criticism

In his blog post , he addresses the discomfort Bitcoin maximalists show towards functionalities that extend beyond simple financial transactions, such as inscribing images and messages on the blockchain.

Rodarmor suggests  that maximalists are struggling to accept the reality that the blockchain’s transparency allows for a wide range of uses, some of which they might find frivolous or illegitimate. He believes this stems from a clash between the capabilities of the blockchain and the ideological vision held people who view Bitcoin as a payment mechanism.

Rodarmor is firmly against any form of technocratic intervention that would restrict or block valid transactions on the blockchain. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining Bitcoin’s core attribute  as an “uncensorable” platform, placing this principle above other concerns.

He underscores the importance of letting the free market guide Bitcoin’s evolution. By resisting over-engineering solutions to every perceived problem and maintaining openness and pragmatism, Rodarmor believes  Bitcoin can transition from a radical idea to a global force for economic freedom. This aligns with the decentralized and open ethos of Bitcoin, suggesting a path forward that relies on market forces rather than imposed limitations.

 

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Teuta Franjkovic

Teuta is a seasoned writer and editor with more than 15 years of experience. She has expertise in covering macroeconomics and technology as well as the cryptocurrency and blockchain industries. She has worked for several publications as a journalist and editor, including Forbes, Bloomberg, CoinTelegraph, Coin Rivet, CoinSpeaker, VRWorld and Arcane Bear. Teuta began her professional career in 2005, working as a lifestyle writer at Cosmopolitan in Croatia. From there, she branched out to several other publications, covering mainly business and the economy. She then turned her attention to the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain, believing that crypto is among the most important inventions in the history of humanity. Her involvement in fintech began in 2014 and she has since lent her expertise in writing, editing and gathering information about the world of crypto, blockchain, NFTs and Web3. An all-round news hound, mentor, editor, and writer, Teuta enjoys teamwork and good communication. She holds a WSET2 diploma and has a thing for chablis, punkrock music and shoes. She also holds a double MA in Political science and Entrepreneurship.
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