Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System
The Satoshi Nakamoto Whitepaper
About Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a decentralized peer-to-peer digital currency system that enables direct transactions between parties without relying on a trusted third party, using cryptographic proof and a distributed ledger with a timestamp server to prevent double-spending. The system employs proof-of-work to secure the network, incentivize participation, and ensure the integrity of transaction history through a public blockchain.
Why we are reading this now.
In a world of “Agentic AI” and endless hype, it is critical to return to the source code of decentralization. This is the original Bitcoin whitepaper, by “Satoshi Nakamoto”, provided freely; as intended
About Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a decentralized peer-to-peer digital currency system that enables direct transactions between parties without relying on a trusted third party, using cryptographic proof and a distributed ledger with a timestamp server to prevent double-spending. The system employs proof-of-work to secure the network, incentivize participation, and ensure the integrity of transaction history through a public blockchain.
Why we are reading this now.
In a world of “Agentic AI” and endless hype, it is critical to return to the source code of decentralization. This is the original Bitcoin whitepaper, by “Satoshi Nakamoto”, provided freely; as intended