What is the process to confirm Bitcoin transactions?

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• Cooper SchultzJan 09, 2021 · 5 years ago
  When a Bitcoin transaction is initiated, it is broadcasted to the Bitcoin network. Miners then compete to include the transaction in the next block. They do this by solving complex mathematical puzzles, a process known as mining. Once a miner successfully solves the puzzle, they add the transaction to a block and broadcast it to the network. Other miners then verify the validity of the block and if it meets the consensus rules, it is added to the blockchain. This confirms the transaction and makes it permanent. The key players in this process are the sender, the recipient, the miners, and the network nodes that validate and propagate the transactions.
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• Kaio AlmeidaDec 12, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Confirming Bitcoin transactions involves a decentralized network of computers called nodes. These nodes work together to validate and record transactions on the blockchain. When a transaction is made, it is sent to multiple nodes for verification. The nodes check the transaction details, such as the sender's balance and the digital signature, to ensure it is valid. Once the transaction is verified, it is added to a block along with other transactions. Miners then compete to solve a mathematical puzzle, and the first miner to solve it adds the block to the blockchain. This process confirms the transaction and prevents double spending.
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• nearzleeAug 29, 2021 · 4 years ago
  Confirming Bitcoin transactions is a crucial part of the Bitcoin network's security and integrity. It involves a process called mining, where miners use powerful computers to solve complex mathematical problems. These problems are designed to be difficult and time-consuming, ensuring that only one miner can solve it at a time. When a miner successfully solves the problem, they add a new block to the blockchain, which includes the confirmed transactions. This process not only confirms the transactions but also secures the network against fraud and manipulation. It's important to note that the confirmation time for Bitcoin transactions can vary depending on network congestion and the transaction fee paid by the sender.
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