PoW mining involves solving complex mathematical problems using computational power. Miners compete to find solutions, which validate and record transactions on the blockchain. The first miner to solve the problem adds a new block and receives a reward in cryptocurrency.
                
                  
                  
                    
                      
                      
             
            
                
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    Ilaria
    Thu Jan 23 2025
   
  
    Miners engage in a competitive process to tackle cryptographic challenges on the 
Bitcoin blockchain.
  
 
  
 
                    
                  
  
    
    DaeguDiva
    Thu Jan 23 2025
   
  
    These solutions proposed by miners must gain the approval of all network nodes to achieve consensus.
  
  
 
                    
                  
  
    
    ZenMindful
    Wed Jan 22 2025
   
  
    Once a solution is verified and accepted, it serves a dual purpose.
  
  
 
                    
                  
  
    
    Nicolo
    Wed Jan 22 2025
   
  
    Firstly, it validates transactions, ensuring their authenticity and security.
  
  
 
                    
                  
  
    
    ZenBalanced
    Wed Jan 22 2025
   
  
    Secondly, it contributes to the blockchain by adding a new block, which extends the chain.