how little has been done on the real development side of the story.
What makes you think little development is being done?
Take the block size discussion for example. The way the things progress with the agreement on the block size is disappointing to say the least.
To me that is one of the major issues on the 'to do' list that I was talking about.
Looking at scaling Btc with just one solution, well it ain't gona happen. It's like looking at scaling the performance of a computer and only looking at CPU, GPU, motherboard, connectors, etc. Btc needs to become more organic and decentralized in its development so that it can hopefully move beyond the control or manipulation of any government or small groups.But that is a difficult issue, although the earlier it is tackled the better - there is less momentum to counter if things do not go well - gov control, oppression, oversight over everything-no privacy. Any strong action or move to do this may very likely come from those who wish the very opposite, selfishly motivated who wish to do I'll. It seems to be the modus operandi of governments and thier "or" with the people - call a agreement that is not designed for free and open trade a free trade agreement, that sort of stuff.