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# Migrating [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) onto the [BTS DEX](https://bitshares.org/) via an [UIA](http://docs.bitshares.eu/bitshares/user/uia.html) sharedrop?!

With the 1st August deadline looming in the near future there seems to be multiple blockchain splits due to the scaling problem that's plagued [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) for years with no solution.

## [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) Is going to split into multiple tokens?

Yes! At least one group has stated that they intend to split into their own chain regardless of network consensus for the other solutions, it's worth some further research:

* [Bitcoin Cash](https://www.bitcoincash.org/) ([BTCABC](https://www.cryptocoinsnews.com/via-will-list-big-blockers-bitcoinabc-bitcoin-is-spliting/))
* [Aug 1st HF](https://steemit.com/bitcoin/@belerophon/the-ante-has-been-raised-bitcoin-cash-announces-aug-1-hard-fork)
* [Segwit2x imminent activation](https://keepingstock.net/bitcoin-segwit2x-scheduled-to-lock-in-within-2-days-avoiding-chain-split-44e79b77c4a6)
* UASF/UAHF vs Segwit & Emergent Consensus
* [Monitor current Bitcoin network consensus/activation for Segwit vs Emergent Consensus on coin.dance!](https://coin.dance/blocks)
* Know of relevant information/examples? Comment below.

### If there are going to be 2-3 splits from [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/), then let's throw in a 4th!

Today in the [Bitshares Telegram group](https://t.me/BitSharesDEX), several users including myself discussed the potential of providing [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) holders a third/fourth [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) split option - an [UIA](http://docs.bitshares.eu/bitshares/user/uia.html) on the [BTS DEX](https://bitshares.org/), distributed via a snapshot of the [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) blockchain prior to 1st Aug deadline & distributed via sharedrop (claimable via import of private key at a later date).

### BTC Split comparison (WIP)

|  | Bitcoin (Current) | Segwit2x | BitcoinCash (BCC) | Bitshares UIA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Size | 1mb | 2mb? | 8mb | 128KB |
| TPS* | 6-7 | 12? | 56 | 10,000+ |
| Block timing | 10m | 10m | 10m | 3s |
| Avg fee | [$1.35](https://bitcoinfees.21.co/) | $1.35/2? | $1.35/8 ? | [$0.027](http://cryptofresh.com/fees?asset=USD) |
| Consensus mechanism | POW | POW | POW | [DPOS](http://docs.bitshares.org/bitshares/dpos.html) |
| Inbuilt DEX* | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Energy Efficient | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Inbuilt Stealth | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ***Soon***! |
| Inflationary | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |

* TPS = Transactions Per Second
* DEX = Decentralized Exchange
Note: Guessed the Segwit2x & BCC fees, not accurate!

### Advantages of a Bitshares [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) [UIA](http://docs.bitshares.eu/bitshares/user/uia.html):

* Far greater capacity, scalability and speed than the 3 forks of Bitcoin combined! (7-30 TPS vs 10k+ TPS & 10m block times vs 3 sec block times!)
* If we do not issue the tokens remaining to be mined (21m total planned) then the [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) [UIA](http://docs.bitshares.eu/bitshares/user/uia.html) would not be inflationary in comparison to the 3 forks, better for existing holders.
* Far reduced network consensus environmental pollution/harm - DPOS vs POW.
* Running a Bitshares web wallet or light client does not require downloading the entire blockchain.
* [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) services which integrate Bitshares will have access to not just the [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) [UIA](http://docs.bitshares.eu/bitshares/user/uia.html) but to the entire [BTS DEX](https://bitshares.org/) (increased usage of MPAs).
* Ability to trade the [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) token in a decentralized manner within the client against any other token with no middlemen (besides potentially gateways).
* Users with holdings in addresses smaller than the current average network transfer fee on the bitcoin network will be able to move these funds once imported on the [BTS DEX](https://bitshares.org/), as network fees are very small!
* Providing this option to all [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) holders will potentially recruit a significant number of users to the [BTS DEX](https://bitshares.org/).
* No need for further BTC development nor network maintenance, no need to worry about centralized POW risks in the future.

### Disadvantage of a BTS [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) [UIA](http://docs.bitshares.eu/bitshares/user/uia.html):

* Existing Bitcoin services will need to integrate the Bitshares DEX instead of a Bitcoin based client which may pose a temporary development roadblock (slight learning curve).
* No mining (bad if you've invested heavily in mining), however I've seen several rumours that one of the [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) splits may change POW mechanism.
* Can you think of any? I can't..

## How?

* Step 1: Perform snapshot of [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) distribution prior to Aug 1st deadline.
* Step 2: Include [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) snapshot genesis data, so as to enable claiming of balances once an user imports their [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) private keys.

Further research is required for step 2, there will likely however be bounties and or worker proposals for this work if interested!

## Thoughts?

What do you think? 

Would you use a supercharged [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) [UIA](http://docs.bitshares.eu/bitshares/user/uia.html) on the [BTS DEX](https://bitshares.org/) over the several upcoming [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) splits?

Should the total planned [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) supply (~21m) be issued proportionally to current [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) holders, or should they simply cease to exist & the current [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) distribution will become the final supply (zero inflation compared to other [BTC](https://bitcoin.org/) splits).

### Relevant reading

[Bitsharestalk thread](https://bitsharestalk.org/index.php/topic,24642.msg309200/boardseen.html#new)

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Best regards,
@cm-steem