What Is a Full Node? Inside Bitcoin’s Backbone
Full nodes are the backbone of Bitcoin: they validate transactions, enforce consensus rules, and store the blockchain. Learn how running one secures the network and empowers users.
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What Is a Hard Fork? Explaining Blockchain Splits
A hard fork is a blockchain split that creates incompatible protocol versions, often spawning a new chain. Stakeholders must choose sides; outcomes reshape governance, security and token value.