Bitcoin's 'hazardous' airdrop: Why developers are warning against Paul Sztorc’s eCash fork

Developers and industry figures say the eCash proposal introduces user risk, uneven distribution and philosophical tension. What to know : Critics say eCash is less a Bitcoin fork and more a complex airdrop that could expose users to security risks. Concerns focus on replay protection, custody complications and the redistribution of Satoshi-linked coins. Support exists but is limited, largely framing eCash as an optional experiment tied to long-standing scaling proposals.