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How Blockchain Technology Works
Blockchain technology is the foundation of most cryptocurrencies and is considered one of the most innovative technologies of the digital era. It is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions securely and transparently across a network of computers.
A blockchain is made up of blocks that store information about transactions. Each block contains transaction data, a timestamp, and a unique cryptographic hash that connects it to the previous block. This connection forms a continuous chain of blocks, which is why it is called a “blockchain.”
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