The Bitcoin protocol Ordinals introduces recursive inscriptions, which may trigger a new wave of innovation.

Recently, the new chief maintainer of the Bitcoin protocol Ordinals, Raph, merged the "recursive inscription" update proposed by founder Casey Rodarmor in the code repository. This change brings new possibilities to the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Recursive inscriptions are a type of blockchain inscription that has self-referential characteristics. Unlike traditional independent inscriptions, recursive inscriptions allow the use of special syntax to invoke the content of other inscriptions, thus creating connections between inscriptions.

The application prospects of this new technology are vast. For example, when creating NFT collections, there is no longer a need to inscribe each individual image. Instead, a series of base features can be inscribed first, and then these features can be combined through simple code to generate thousands of unique inscriptions. This not only significantly reduces transaction costs but also breaks through the size limitations of individual inscriptions.

For those familiar with NFTs, this concept is not unfamiliar. Traditional NFT collections are usually composed of a limited number of components (such as backgrounds, outfits, accessories, etc.). The innovation of recursive inscriptions lies in the fact that it changes the order of uploading and combining: first upload the basic components, and then combine them through code, rather than combining first and uploading later.

This method not only saves costs but also provides creators with more possibilities. The uploaded components can form a shared material library for everyone to use and create, inspiring more creativity.

Potential applications of recursive inscriptions include:

1. Composable NFT/inscription collection: Artists can create secondary works based on existing pieces, greatly enhancing the possibilities of artistic creation.

2. Decentralized Websites: With the addition of new JS and CSS support, it may be possible to create decentralized dynamic websites that never disappear.

3. NFT Fragmentation: Paving the way for the disassembly of inscriptions and more complex operations.

4. Enhanced Domain System: Domain names may no longer point to just one address but can mount more content, such as web pages or NFTs.

Although the concept of recursive inscriptions is still in its early stages, it has garnered widespread attention and discussion within the crypto community. Whether it can spark the next wave of excitement in the Bitcoin ecosystem remains to be seen, but it undoubtedly provides a new direction for innovation.

In the rapidly changing world of cryptocurrency, it is crucial to maintain sensitivity and curiosity towards new things. Moderately researching and participating in new technologies may yield unexpected rewards. With the development of recursive inscriptions, we look forward to seeing more innovative applications emerge.