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A major part of the discussion revolves around Bitcoin's development, particularly the tension between the Core and Classic clients—two different approaches to maintaining and evolving the protocol. Andreas explains that Bitcoin is inherently democratic—its development process is characterized by intense debate, consensus-building, and a lack of hierarchical authority.
Unlike traditional systems where a boss or authority imposes decisions, Bitcoin's governance involves a broad and nuanced consensus that requires agreement among diverse stakeholders. This process, though messy, is its greatest strength because it preserves the system’s decentralized nature and ensures that no single entity has undue control.