CRYPTO GLOSSARY · TECH

What is Blockchain?

Distributed ledger technology behind cryptocurrencies.

📖 Full Definition

A blockchain is a distributed digital ledger that records transactions across many computers in a way that prevents tampering. Each "block" contains a list of transactions and is cryptographically linked to the previous block, forming a chain.

💡 Example

Bitcoin's blockchain has been continuously running since January 2009.

🔗 Related Terms

Cryptocurrency

Digital currency secured by cryptography.

Consensus

Agreement mechanism for blockchain validation.

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