According to BitMEX Research, the 2017 victory of Bitcoin's small blockers established a framework where block sizes remain limited, ensuring that blocks are consistently full. This design means users must outbid each other with higher transaction fees to secure inclusion in blocks, directly affecting transaction costs and network congestion. Traders should note that this approach increases the cost of rapid transactions during peak demand, impacting arbitrage, on-chain trading strategies, and the overall liquidity on the Bitcoin network. The debate's resolution highlights the need for strategic fee management and underscores the importance of layer-2 solutions for active market participants (source: BitMEX Research, May 11, 2025).

According to BitMEX Research, 'The Blocksize War' book, published in March 2021, details the internal Bitcoin conflict between 2015 and 2017, focusing on 'large blockers' versus 'small blockers'. The book aims for neutrality but acknowledges the tactical success of the small blockers. Recent criticisms by @TheVladCostea, @jamesob, and @VitalikButerin highlight ongoing debates within the community, potentially impacting trading perspectives on Bitcoin scalability issues.