Genesis Block

By: WEEX|2024/10/26 07:29:27
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The Genesis Block refers to the very first block of data that is mined and added to a blockchain. It serves as the foundation upon which all subsequent blocks are built. In Bitcoin's case, the Genesis Block was mined by its pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, on January 3, 2009. This block contained the first 50 bitcoins ever created, and its reward was permanently locked, meaning the bitcoins cannot be spent. The Genesis Block often contains symbolic or noteworthy messages; for example, Bitcoin's Genesis Block includes the text "The Times 03/Jan/2009 Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks," referencing a headline from The Times newspaper that highlights the motivation behind Bitcoin’s creation—a response to the financial crisis of 2008.

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