# Bitcoin Leaders Discuss BIP-177 Renaming Proposal

*Author: Bankless*
*Published: May 19, 2025*
*Source: https://www.bankless.com/de/read/bitcoin-leaders-discuss-bip-177-renaming-proposal*

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Bitcoin developers propose renaming satoshis to Bitcoins in BIP-177, seeking to reduce confusion and boost clarity for mainstream adoption. 

## **What’s the Scoop?**
- **Proposal Overview**: BIP-177 suggests renaming Bitcoin's base unit from 'satoshis' to 'Bitcoins' to reduce user confusion around decimals.
- **Alignment with Market Trends**: The proposal aims to reflect Bitcoin's increasing value, with one satoshi now marking significant price differences.
- **Community Support**: Prominent voices, including Jack Dorsey, back the proposal, emphasizing its potential to simplify Bitcoin adoption.
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