Can you explain the role of UTXO in the validation process of Bitcoin transactions?

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• Cheval-RApr 21, 2025 · 2 months ago
  Sure! Unspent Transaction Outputs (UTXOs) play a crucial role in the validation process of Bitcoin transactions. When a user wants to send Bitcoin to another user, they need to reference UTXOs from previous transactions as inputs. These UTXOs represent the unspent funds available to the user. The transaction validation process involves verifying the digital signatures and ensuring that the sum of the inputs is greater than or equal to the sum of the outputs. UTXOs help maintain the integrity of the Bitcoin network by preventing double spending and ensuring that only valid transactions are added to the blockchain.
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• Nhựt NguyenSep 24, 2020 · 5 years ago
  UTXOs are like the building blocks of Bitcoin transactions. They represent the funds that have not been spent yet and are available for use. When a transaction is made, it consumes certain UTXOs as inputs and creates new UTXOs as outputs. The validation process involves checking the ownership of the UTXOs and ensuring that they have not been spent before. This prevents double spending and ensures that the transaction is valid. UTXOs provide a transparent and secure way of tracking the flow of funds in the Bitcoin network.
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• Alejandro Castillo RamírezMay 04, 2023 · 2 years ago
  In the validation process of Bitcoin transactions, UTXOs act as the basis for verifying the legitimacy of transactions. When a transaction is created, it references specific UTXOs as inputs, proving that the sender has the right to spend those funds. The validation process ensures that the transaction is properly signed and that the sum of the inputs is equal to or less than the sum of the outputs. This prevents unauthorized spending and maintains the integrity of the Bitcoin network. At BYDFi, we also utilize UTXOs in our transaction validation process to ensure the security and reliability of our platform.
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