Bruce Liu Advocates for Re-enabling OP_CAT to Enhance Bitcoin’s Functionality

Bruce Liu, founder of OPCAT_Labs, argues that re-enabling the OP_CAT opcode could transform Bitcoin from a static asset into programmable money, enhancing its functionality to compete with Ethereum and Solana. Key points include:

OP_CAT is currently disabled in Bitcoin's code, originally commented out by Satoshi Nakamoto due to potential security risks.
The opcode would enable developers to concatenate data in scripts, allowing for features such as vaults, covenants, decentralized exchanges, and zero-knowledge proofs.
Liu emphasizes that OP_CAT is part of Satoshi’s original design, intended to enhance Bitcoin's capabilities beyond mere payments.
Concerns exist about introducing new opcodes, as they may compromise Bitcoin's stability.
OPCAT_Labs has launched a Bitcoin fork with OP_CAT enabled to showcase its potential for developers.

Liu and Mate Tokay are leading a political effort to unify support for OP_CAT through an “Alliance” of advocates, aiming to educate stakeholders about its benefits. They plan to demonstrate working DeFi applications by next year's Bitcoin Asia conference.