比特幣智能合約提案獲得官方認可

將類似以太坊的智慧合約功能整合到比特幣中已經邁出了重要的一步。 「OP_CAT提案」已被分配了一個「BIP編號」（347），標誌著正式討論和軟體開發的啟動。該提案旨在重新引入 2010 年從比特幣中刪除的功能，旨在增強網路的多功能性並促進複雜應用程式和交易設定的創建。

Proposal to Enhance Bitcoin with Smart Contract Capabilities Receives Official Recognition

透過智慧合約功能增強比特幣的提案獲得官方認可

San Francisco, April 24, 2024 - In a significant development for the Bitcoin community, a proposal to introduce smart contract functionality to the blockchain has been granted a "BIP number," signaling the initiation of a serious effort to implement this long-awaited upgrade. The proposal, known as OP_CAT, has been championed by proponents seeking to enhance Bitcoin's capabilities beyond its traditional role as a purely monetary transaction platform.

舊金山，2024 年4 月24 日- 作為比特幣社區的一項重大發展，一項向區塊鏈引入智能合約功能的提案已獲得“BIP 編號”，這標誌著我們開始認真努力實施這一期待已久的升級。這項名為 OP_CAT 的提案得到了支持者的支持，他們尋求增強比特幣的功能，超越其作為純粹貨幣交易平台的傳統角色。

"The assignment of a BIP number signifies a pivotal step towards bringing OP_CAT to fruition," stated Ethan Heilman, co-author of the proposal alongside Armin Sabouri. "It facilitates discussions and software development around the proposal, as it now possesses a unique identifier universally recognized within the community."

「BIP 編號的分配標誌著 OP_CAT 實現的關鍵一步，」該提案與 Armin Sabouri 的共同作者 Ethan Heilman 表示。 “它促進了圍繞該提案的討論和軟體開發，因為它現在擁有社區內普遍認可的唯一標識符。”

OP_CAT traces its roots to the early days of Bitcoin, where it was initially integrated as one of the first op_codes, providing essential programming shortcuts. However, in 2010, creator Satoshi Nakamoto removed this functionality due to concerns over excessive memory usage and potential vulnerabilities.

OP_CAT 的根源可以追溯到比特幣的早期，它最初被集成為最早的操作碼之一，提供必要的程式設計快捷方式。然而，由於擔心記憶體使用過多和潛在漏洞，創建者中本聰在 2010 年刪除了此功能。

In recent years, the emergence of on-chain protocols such as Ordinals has reignited interest in expanding Bitcoin's capabilities. OP_CAT has emerged as a promising solution, enabling the creation of more sophisticated applications and complex multi-signature setups on the Bitcoin blockchain.

近年來，Ordinals 等鏈上協議的出現重新點燃了人們對擴展比特幣功能的興趣。 OP_CAT 已成為一種有前途的解決方案，可以在比特幣區塊鏈上創建更複雜的應用程式和複雜的多重簽名設定。

"OP_CAT operates by introducing 'covenants' to Bitcoin, which are essentially rules governing the operation of specific transactions," explained Heilman. "It allows users to condition the spending of bitcoins based on defined parameters, enhancing the flexibility and functionality of the network."

“OP_CAT 的運作方式是向比特幣引入‘契約’，這些契約本質上是管理特定交易運作的規則，”海爾曼解釋道。 “它允許用戶根據定義的參數調節比特幣的支出，從而增強網路的靈活性和功能性。”

The approval process for the BIP proposal was not without its challenges. Luke Dashjr, a prominent Bitcoin Core developer and lone BIP editor, has expressed skepticism towards recent on-chain experimentation, raising concerns about potential unintended consequences. However, on Monday, the Bitcoin community appointed five additional BIP editors, broadening the editorial oversight process. OP_CAT's BIP number was ultimately assigned by an editor known as "Roasbeef."

BIP 提案的批准過程並非沒有挑戰。 Luke Dashjr 是一位著名的比特幣核心開發者和孤獨的 BIP 編輯，他對最近的鏈上實驗表示懷疑，引發了對潛在意外後果的擔憂。然而，週一，比特幣社群又任命了五名 BIP 編輯，擴大了編輯監督流程。 OP_CAT 的 BIP 編號最終由一位名為「Roasbeef」的編輯指派。

"Now that OP_CAT has a BIP number, the onus falls upon the community to engage in a thorough evaluation of its merits," said Heilman. "I intend to step back and allow the community to deliberate on the proposal's value and determine whether it aligns with their vision for Bitcoin's future."

「既然 OP_CAT 有了 BIP 編號，社區就有責任對其優點進行徹底評估，」Heilman 說。 “我打算退後一步，讓社區仔細考慮該提案的價值，並確定它是否符合他們對比特幣未來的願景。”

Proponents of OP_CAT, including Eric Wall and Udi Wertheimer, co-founders of the popular Ordinals project, have actively promoted the upgrade through initiatives such as the "Quantum Cats" inscription project. Despite the project's success, the adoption of OP_CAT remains a subject of ongoing debate within the Bitcoin community.

OP_CAT的支持者，包括流行的Ordinals計畫的共同創辦人Eric Wall和Udi Wertheimer，透過「Quantum Cats」銘文計畫等措施積極推動升級。儘管該項目取得了成功，但 OP_CAT 的採用仍然是比特幣社群內持續爭論的話題。

"The Bitcoin community encompasses a diverse range of perspectives, and it is essential to engage in open and informed discussions that carefully weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks of proposed changes," said Heilman. "Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to implement OP_CAT rests with the community."

海爾曼說：“比特幣社區包含多種觀點，必須進行公開且知情的討論，仔細權衡擬議變更的潛在好處和缺點。” “最終，是否實施 OP_CAT 的決定取決於社區。”

With the assignment of a BIP number, OP_CAT has reached a critical juncture. The Bitcoin community now faces the task of evaluating the merits of the proposal and determining whether it will shape the future trajectory of the world's most prominent cryptocurrency.

隨著BIP編號的分配，OP_CAT已經到了緊要關頭。比特幣社群現在面臨的任務是評估該提案的優點，並確定它是否會塑造世界上最著名的加密貨幣的未來軌跡。