BTC238: Bitcoin 101 w/ Michael Schmid (Bitcoin Podcast)
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Bitcoin Nodes vs. Mining: Understanding the Ecosystem
This chapter clarifies the differences between running a Bitcoin node and mining, emphasizing the essential role of nodes in maintaining the integrity of the Bitcoin network. It discusses the importance of personal nodes for transaction verification, security, and auditing, while also addressing the challenges and innovations in the mining community. The dialogue highlights a successful fundraising event initiated by a foundation that encouraged community contributions in hashrate to support open-source solutions for Bitcoin mining.
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