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Understanding Merkle Root: How Blockchain Verifies Transactions Without Storing Everything

Posted By Tristan Valehart    On 11 Feb 2026    Comments (0)

Understanding Merkle Root: How Blockchain Verifies Transactions Without Storing Everything

The Merkle root is the cryptographic foundation that lets blockchains verify transactions without storing every detail. It powers lightweight wallets, enables trustless verification, and underpins Bitcoin and Ethereum’s scalability.

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