$BTC Bitcoin developers are discussing a proposal to lift the 80-byte limit for the OP_RETURN function, which could change the way data is stored on the blockchain.

Critics argue that this change could lead to illegal content storage and undermine the financial integrity of Bitcoin, while supporters claim it could reduce network congestion.

This proposal highlights the debates surrounding the identity and purpose of Bitcoin. The OP_RETURN function of the blockchain allows people to add a small fragment of additional data to a transaction. It is often used for things like notes, timestamps, or digital records. The proposed change, put forth by developer Peter Todd, would remove the 80-byte limit for such data, which was initially designed to prevent spam and maintain the financial integrity of the blockchain