I'm wondering about the compensation mechanism for 
Bitcoin nodes. How do these nodes, which play a crucial role in maintaining the Bitcoin network, receive payment for their services?
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    HanjiArtistry
    Fri Nov 08 2024
   
  
    This is achieved by collecting transaction fees from users.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Lucia
    Fri Nov 08 2024
   
  
    Users who want their transactions processed quickly opt to pay these fees.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    noah_smith_researcher
    Fri Nov 08 2024
   
  
    By paying fees, transactions are prioritized by the network.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Dreamchaser
    Fri Nov 08 2024
   
  
    Nodes play a crucial role in the cryptocurrency network by verifying transactions.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Lorenzo
    Fri Nov 08 2024
   
  
    This ensures that their transactions are confirmed added and to the blockchain promptly.