Crypto Talk on X Today: Bitcoin Core Debate, Base Update, & More

Bitcoin Core developer Peter Todd suggested a pull request (PR) that removes the data size limit on the blockchain. Ocean Mining VP Jason Hughes voiced objections against Bitcoin Core and the proposed changes.

This and other trending topics made their way into today’s recap. Below are 5 of the top trending crypto posts on X:

• Jason Hughes’ arguments against Bitcoin network changes
• Base blockchain’s moves toward decentralization
• Bitso shutting down its crypto debit card
• Lina Seiche says no Little HODLer token on the horizon
• Anthony Pompliano on public companies buying Bitcoin 

1. Jason Hughes Calls for Rejecting Bitcoin Network’s Update and Moving Away from Bitcoin Core

In response to the suggested Bitcoin network changes, Ocean Mining VP Jason Hughes presented his arguments. He criticized Bitcoin Core for advancing a pull request to change Bitcoin’s data size limit despite clear community rejection.

While the proposal aims to reduce data storage demands for nodes, Hughes argues it would be a fundamental change – transforming the nature of the Bitcoin network and turning BTC into a worthless altcoin.

He called for mining pools to step up, reject the update, and move away from Bitcoin Core. Hughes, who has been involved in Bitcoin for around 15 years, says he would sell his coins if the network update takes place.

Supporters of the change, meanwhile, believe it will make it easier for developers to build apps using Bitcoin transaction data.

2. Base Gets More Decentralized, Says Brian Armstrong

Base, an Ethereum Layer 2 network launched by Coinbase, has increased its level of decentralization. The blockchain achieved Stage 1 Decentralization through smart contract upgrades, improved network functionality, and greater accessibility.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong shared the news on X, calling it a major milestone for Base on its path toward decentralization.

Armstrong added that although Base was started at Coinbase, the team is building it for the world.

In a press release, the Base team said they will continue working toward full decentralization.

3. Edu Moore Shared Thoughts on Bitso Crypto Card Shutdown

Former Bitso team member Edu Moore shared why the company shut down its crypto debit card. In a thread on X, he said he helped build the card, which launched in November 2022.

The card lets users spend crypto directly from their wallet. While early interest was high, it didn’t scale due to tough economics and misalignment with Bitso’s long-term goals.

Moore added that despite the shutdown, he’s proud of what the team built.

4. Anthony Pompliano on Why Public Companies Need to Buy Bitcoin 

Investor Anthony Pompliano says buying BTC is the smartest marketing move a public company can make. In a recent X post, he explained that holding Bitcoin puts your business in front of a global community that will support and promote it.

Currently, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) is the largest publicly traded Bitcoin holder, with 553,555 coins valued at over $52 billion.

5. Little HODLer Creator Lina Seiche Pushes Back on Speculative Tokens

Lina Seiche, founder of the Little HODLer store, addressed speculation around the HODLER tokens, clarifying that no token is linked to the official project.

Seiche publicly told everyone to stop asking her to make or promote a Little HODLer token, stating that her focus is financial literacy – not illiteracy.

“To everyone else, make sure to stay away from that nonsense,” Seiche said in her post.