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Amid escalating debate over Bitcoin network governance, Blockstream CEO Adam Back warned that forcing the activation of the BIP-110 proposal could lead to a network fork. The proposal, a user-activated soft fork (UASF), aims to restrict non-monetary data in transactions to reduce spam. According to reports from BeInCrypto and Coinpedia, Back cautioned that this approach could create a minority fork, raising concerns about network stability.
The warnings come at a time of volatility in the crypto market, with market data showing Bitcoin trading near $61400.83 (close of June 9, 2026). The proposal has divided the developer community between those who see spam reduction as necessary and those who view forced changes as a threat to decentralization. No official statements have yet been issued by other key developers such as Luke Dashjr or Pieter Wuille.
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Sign InTraders are monitoring the debate closely, as any sign of an actual fork could increase pressure on Bitcoin's price. In the near term, no major economic events on the calendar directly impact the coin, but the focus is on the community's ability to reach consensus. If the dispute persists, the network could experience sharp volatility, warranting caution in position management.