The protocol evolves through community consensus and BIPs (Bitcoin Improvement Proposals).
— Satoshi Nakamoto
The cryptographic techniques used are well-tested and secure.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
By convention, the first transaction in a block is a special transaction that starts a new coin owned by the creator of the block.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
The wallet software can generate a new keypair for each transaction.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
Users maintain control of their private keys at all times.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
Bitcoin can enable financial inclusion for the unbanked.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
Bitcoin removes the need for trusted intermediaries.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
The community ensures the software remains secure and up-to-date.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
Bitcoin transactions are broadcasted to the network for validation.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
Nodes use a proof-of-work chain to agree on transaction history.
— Satoshi Nakamoto
