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Economic incentives win over trusting miner intentions, Stephan Livera argues

Economic incentives win over trusting miner intentions, Stephan Livera argues
Economic incentives matter more for Bitcoin

Stephan Livera, head of education and podcast host at Swan Bitcoin, suggests that economic incentives will be the primary factor supporting Bitcoin's long-term success.

He contrasts this with approaches that depend on most miners acting out of goodwill, arguing such expectations are insufficient.

Livera recently observed that bitcoin lightning network volumes have continued to grow despite a 50% decline from peak levels. He also launched a Bitcoin Node Cost Tracker as concerns over network spam increased. These developments come as debates over mining incentives attract greater attention.

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