比特币智能合约提案获得官方认可

将类似以太坊的智能合约功能集成到比特币中已经迈出了重要的一步。 “OP_CAT提案”已被分配了一个“BIP编号”（347），标志着正式讨论和软件开发的启动。该提案旨在重新引入 2010 年从比特币中删除的功能，旨在增强网络的多功能性并促进复杂应用程序和交易设置的创建。

Proposal to Enhance Bitcoin with Smart Contract Capabilities Receives Official Recognition

通过智能合约功能增强比特币的提案获得官方认可

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.

旧金山，2024 年 4 月 24 日 - 作为比特币社区的一项重大发展，一项向区块链引入智能合约功能的提案已获得“BIP 编号”，这标志着我们开始认真努力实施这一期待已久的升级。这项名为 OP_CAT 的提案得到了支持者的支持，他们寻求增强比特币的功能，超越其作为纯粹货币交易平台的传统角色。

"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 编号的分配标志着 OP_CAT 实现的关键一步，”该提案与 Armin Sabouri 的共同作者 Ethan Heilman 表示。 “它促进了围绕该提案的讨论和软件开发，因为它现在拥有社区内普遍认可的唯一标识符。”

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币的早期，它最初被集成为最早的操作码之一，提供必要的编程快捷方式。然而，由于担心内存使用过多和潜在漏洞，创建者中本聪在 2010 年删除了此功能。

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.

近年来，Ordinals 等链上协议的出现重新点燃了人们对扩展比特币功能的兴趣。 OP_CAT 已成为一种有前途的解决方案，可以在比特币区块链上创建更复杂的应用程序和复杂的多重签名设置。

"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 的运作方式是向比特币引入‘契约’，这些契约本质上是管理特定交易运作的规则，”海尔曼解释道。 “它允许用户根据定义的参数调节比特币的支出，从而增强网络的灵活性和功能性。”

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 提案的批准过程并非没有挑战。 Luke Dashjr 是一位著名的比特币核心开发者和孤独的 BIP 编辑，他对最近的链上实验表示怀疑，引发了对潜在意外后果的担忧。然而，周一，比特币社区又任命了五名 BIP 编辑，扩大了编辑监督流程。 OP_CAT 的 BIP 编号最终由一位名为“Roasbeef”的编辑分配。

"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 编号，社区就有责任对其优点进行彻底评估，”Heilman 说。 “我打算退后一步，让社区仔细考虑该提案的价值，并确定它是否符合他们对比特币未来的愿景。”

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项目的联合创始人Eric Wall和Udi Wertheimer，通过“Quantum Cats”铭文项目等举措积极推动升级。尽管该项目取得了成功，但 OP_CAT 的采用仍然是比特币社区内持续争论的话题。

"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."

海尔曼说：“比特币社区包含多种观点，必须进行公开且知情的讨论，仔细权衡拟议变更的潜在好处和缺点。” “最终，是否实施 OP_CAT 的决定取决于社区。”

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.

随着BIP编号的分配，OP_CAT已经到了紧要关头。比特币社区现在面临的任务是评估该提案的优点，并确定它是否会塑造世界上最著名的加密货币的未来轨迹。