How does the block size limit impact the scalability of BTC?

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• ErtomaxAug 29, 2025 · 6 months ago
  The block size limit is a parameter in the Bitcoin protocol that restricts the maximum size of each block in the blockchain. This limit was introduced to prevent the blockchain from growing too large and becoming difficult to manage. However, the block size limit also has implications for the scalability of Bitcoin. As the number of transactions on the Bitcoin network increases, the block size limit can become a bottleneck, causing delays in transaction confirmation and higher transaction fees. To address this issue, there have been proposals to increase the block size limit or implement off-chain scaling solutions like the Lightning Network.
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• Sigitas PetrauskasApr 30, 2023 · 3 years ago
  The block size limit is like a traffic jam on the Bitcoin highway. When the number of transactions exceeds the block size limit, it's like too many cars trying to pass through a narrow road. This congestion slows down the confirmation of transactions and increases the fees required to get your transaction included in a block. To improve scalability, Bitcoin developers have been exploring various solutions, such as Segregated Witness (SegWit) and the Lightning Network, which aim to increase the number of transactions that can be processed without increasing the block size limit.
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• Dhanush ChandakaFeb 15, 2024 · 2 years ago
  From BYDFi's perspective, the block size limit is an important factor in determining the scalability of Bitcoin. As a decentralized exchange, we rely on the Bitcoin blockchain to process transactions. When the block size limit is reached, it can lead to congestion and higher transaction fees. To mitigate these issues, we actively support the adoption of scaling solutions like the Lightning Network, which can help improve the scalability of Bitcoin and provide a better user experience for our traders.
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