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What is blockchain?

Posted January 2, 2018 by LAWPRO
Last Updated September 10, 2021

Blockchain is the technology behind bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. While the technology behind blockchain is very complex, the functionality at its core is quite simple.

For a video demonstration of how blockchain works watch the YouTube video below. This infographic summarizes what is in the video.

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