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Bitcoin Whitepaper
bitcoin-whitepaper-full.pdfThe Bitcoin Whitepaper is a 9 page document written by Satoshi Nakamoto and published on October 31st, 2008 detailing the vision, purpose and basic technical design of Bitcoin, a "Peer to Peer Electronic Cash System". Simply put, Bitcoin is a decentralized value exchange, Proof of Work system tied to energy. The Whitepaper is a high level overview of the intended purpose, although with some technical details included, and design of the system.
The Whitepaper essentially details Bitcoin as a solution to the problem of fiat currency's reliance on central authorities, such as banks or governments, for transaction validation and trust. Instead, Bitcoin uses a peer-to-peer network and cryptographic techniques to allow users to send and receive payments directly, without intermediaries.
Key Concepts of Bitcoin
Blockchain: Although the word "Blockchain" was not used directly in the whitepaper by Nakamoto, the term persists today as a way to simply illustrate the concepts of the system. Bitcoin transactions are grouped into blocks, which are linked together in a chronological chain. Often times referred to by many and the Bitcoin Timechain. This decentralized ledger ensures transparency and security, as it is maintained by a network of nodes rather than a single entity. Each block is numbered sequentially and one block is confirmed approximately every ten minutes. We try to not use the term "Blockchain" because it tends to diminish the importance of Bitcoin and place any other generic cryptocurrency in the same general category. When the reality is, Bitcoin is indeed in a class by itself.
Mining: The process by which transactions are verified and added to the blockchain using SHA256 cryptographic hashing algorithms. Miners use computational hashing power to solve complex mathematical problems, and in return, they are rewarded with new Bitcoin.
Decentralization: The absence of a central authority means that no single entity, IE, governments, are able to control the currency or manipulate transactions, promoting trust and decentralization among all users.
Limited Supply: Bitcoin has a capped supply of, more or less 21 million total coins, each coin consists of 100 Million (100,000,000 SATS) Satoshis for a total supply of 21 Quadrillion (2,100,000,000,000,000) Satoshis. Bitcoin, introduces scarcity along with a tether to energy in money for the first time in history. Every four years, the amount of Bitcoin that can be mined by miners decreases by half and will do so until about the year 2140. At this time, the issuance of new Bitcoin into circulation will be complete. The implications for a limited supply of money tethered to energy are unknown and will no doubt have positive impacts on society, finance and culture for the foreseeable future.
Bitcoin VS Fiat: All governments create money, essentially for free. This in known as Fiat money, money by decree. The continued issuance of new money into the financial systems creates excess supply and causes inflation which in turn creates distortions in the market pricing of all goods. To use a now common term, Bitcoin Fixes This!
MEMPOOL.SPACE is a good resource to visualize the LIVE Bitcoin Timechain in real-time.
Bitcoin Hash Rate
Chart Courtesy of BLOCKCHAIN.COM
The Bitcoin hash rate refers to the total computational power that is being used by miners on the Bitcoin Network in order to validate transactions and secure the network. It is measured in hashes per second (H/s) and is a critical indicator of the network's security and efficiency. A higher hash rate means that the network is more secure against attacks, as it requires more computational power to alter any part of the network.
Since Bitcoin's inception in 2009, the hash rate has experienced a parabolic rise. As Bitcoin garnered more and more adoption, the mining process became competitive, prompting miners to invest in specialized computer hardware known as ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits). This technological advancement significantly boosted the hash rate.
Bitcoin Mining
Bitcoin Mining
Bitcoin mining, a critical component of Bitcoin's infrastructure, involves the complex process of validating transactions on the Bitcoin network. Unlike traditional currency systems governed by banks, Bitcoin relies on a decentralized ledger, which some refer to as "blockchain", which records all transactions. Miners use computers to solve mathematical problems, competing to add a new block of transactions to the Bitcoin immutable ledger.
The reward for this work is twofold: miners receive newly minted Bitcoin and transaction fees from users. However, as the Bitcoin network matures, the mining rewards are halved approximately every four years in an event known as the "halving," creating a deflationary aspect to the currency.
Proof of Work
Proof of Work
Bitcoin’s Proof of Work (PoW) is a consensus mechanism that ensures the security and integrity of its blockchain. In this system, miners compete to solve complex mathematical puzzles that validate transactions and secure the network. This process requires substantial computational power and, consequently, significant energy consumption. However, this energy use is not merely a byproduct of the mining process; it is fundamental to Bitcoin’s value proposition.
The essential connection between Bitcoin and energy lies in the idea that all forms of currency should have an inherent value tied to a tangible resource. Just as gold is valued based on its scarcity and the energy required to extract it, Bitcoin’s PoW mechanism anchors its value in the energy expended to secure the network. This energy-intensive process discourages malicious activities since attacking the network would require a prohibitive amount of energy and computational resources. In this way, Bitcoin becomes a digital commodity where its worth is a reflection of the energy invested in its creation and maintenance—a concept that resonates with fundamental economic principles of value.
This intrinsic relationship between energy expenditure and Bitcoin’s value also underscores a larger conversation about the future of money in an era increasingly defined by digital transactions and decentralized finance. In a world grappling with the implications of financial systems detached from physical resources, Bitcoin’s PoW offers a framework where trust, security, and value are inherently linked to energy—a resource that powers not only our currency but also our economies and lives. Thus, as we consider the environmental impacts of Bitcoin mining, it is equally essential to recognize its role in establishing a new monetary paradigm where energy becomes a cornerstone of value creation.
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