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Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology

 Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology  Both blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are altering how we perform financial transactions and interact with digital assets. They are closely related. Included below is a quick summary: Cryptocurrencies Digital or virtual tokens known as cryptocurrencies use cryptography to safeguard their transactions and limit the creation of new units. They are decentralised, which means that no single body or organisation, like as a bank, has power over them. Instead, they keep a record of all transactions and validate transactions via a peer-to-peer network. Litecoin, Ethereum, and Bitcoin are some examples of well-known cryptocurrencies.  blockchain technology The technology that underlies cryptocurrency is called blockchain technology. It is a distributed, decentralised ledger that securely and impenetrably records every transaction. A cryptographic hash of the preceding block is included in every block in the chain, creating a c...