Open AccessData Insertion in Bitcoin's Blockchain
Author(s) -
Andrew Sward,
Ivy Vecna,
Forrest Stonedahl
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
ledger
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2379-5980
DOI - 10.5195/ledger.2018.101
Subject(s) - blockchain , computer science , cryptocurrency , computer security
This paper provides the first comprehensive survey of methods for inserting arbitrary data into Bitcoin’s blockchain. Historical methods of data insertion are described, along with lesser-known techniques that are optimized for efficiency. Insertion methods are compared on the basis of efficiency, cost, convenience of data reconstruction, permanence, and potentially negative impact on the Bitcoin ecosystem.
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