PM each other for communication is more suitable for this stage.
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This seems to be the best option right now, for the Counterparty devs and Bitcoin devs to engage via private channels.
The back and forth on the threads will not contribute to a productive dialog.
+1,
Yes, in terms of process, perhaps best if core devs take this discussion offline and then present options to the community incl. merits and demerits once they've had a chance to consider all available options.