I share your optimism about Bitcoin’s current state. The Core developers are doing solid work, and the ability to run Knots or fork the codebase ensures Bitcoin remains resilient and responsive to community needs.

While mining pool centralization is a concern, the network has mechanisms like fee incentives to counteract potential issues, which helps maintain its robustness.

CTV+CSFS seems like a practical upgrade if it gains traction. Bitcoin’s foundation is strong, and these developments only add to its potential.