What are bitcoins made out of?

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• May 05, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Bitcoins are made out of a combination of computer code, mathematics, and cryptography. They are created through a process called mining, where powerful computers solve complex mathematical problems to validate and record transactions on the blockchain. This process requires a significant amount of computational power and energy. Once a block of transactions is validated, a new bitcoin is created and awarded to the miner. The total supply of bitcoins is limited to 21 million, and new bitcoins are released into circulation at a decreasing rate over time.
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• May 05, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Bitcoins are made out of thin air! Just kidding. They are actually created through a process called mining, which involves solving complex mathematical problems. Miners use powerful computers to compete against each other to solve these problems and validate transactions on the blockchain. Once a problem is solved, a new block is added to the blockchain and new bitcoins are created. So, in a way, bitcoins are made out of computer power and the trust of the people who use them.
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• May 05, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Bitcoins are made out of a decentralized network of computers that work together to maintain the blockchain. This network is called the Bitcoin network, and anyone can join it by running a Bitcoin node. Nodes communicate with each other to validate and record transactions, and they also compete to solve mathematical problems to earn new bitcoins. So, in a sense, bitcoins are made out of the collective effort of the Bitcoin community.
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