[BIP Proposal] Limit ScriptPubkey Size >= 520 Bytes Consensus.

Posted by Luke Dashjr

Oct 5, 2025/10:59 UTC

The conversation revolves around the limitations and trade-offs associated with the current restriction of 257 bytes in a specific context, presumably within the realm of Bitcoin development. The size constraint does not support the ideal design envisioned, necessitating compromises until a more fitting solution is found. Despite the impracticality of having 128 scripts due to this limitation, the allowance in size and depth for such a number is highlighted, albeit acknowledging the unrealistic nature of this scenario. This discussion underscores the ongoing challenges and considerations in optimizing design within technical constraints, as part of the broader dialogue in the Bitcoin Development Mailing List group.

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