Bitcoin
Chain stats
Real-Time TPS
5.25 tx/s
Max Recorded TPS
13.2 tx/s
Max Theoretical TPS
7 tx/s
Block Time
7m 11s
Finality
1h
Type
Layer 1
Governance Model
Off-chain
Jan 3, 2009
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About Bitcoin
Bitcoin stands as a leading cryptocurrency and payment network, utilizing peer-to-peer technology to operate without central authorities. It embraces global participation as an open-source platform. A notable advancement in Bitcoin is the introduction of ordinals and inscriptions. Launched in January 2023, the Bitcoin ordinals protocol enables the embedding of digital content like art, text, or video directly onto the Bitcoin blockchain. This innovation allows for the creation of exclusive digital collectibles, giving each satoshi a unique identity and purpose, broadening Bitcoin's utility beyond its role as a store of value.
Token symbol:
BTC
Metrics Overview:
Bitcoin TPS is 5.25 transactions per second
Bitcoin Max TPS is 13.2 transactions per second
Bitcoin Max Theoretical TPS is 7 transactions per second
Bitcoin block time is 7m 11s
Bitcoin time to finality is 1h
Bitcoin is a Layer 1 blockchain
Bitcoin governance model is off-chain
Bitcoin was launched on Jan 3, 2009 (16 years ago)