Bitcoin: Pioneering Merkle Tree Efficiency in Blockchain
Bitcoin, the first major cryptocurrency, pioneered the implementation of Merkle Trees in blockchain.
Block Verification
Merkle Trees enable efficient verification of transactions within a block.
Simplified Payment Verification (SPV)
Merkle Tree efficiency in blockchain allows lightweight clients to verify transactions without downloading the entire blockchain, crucial for mobile wallets and similar applications.
Tamper-Proofing
Merkle Trees enhances security by making transaction alterations detectable, ensuring blockchain integrity.