The Genesis Block is the inaugural block of a blockchain, marking the starting point of the entire network. It is uniquely hardcoded into the blockchain’s software and serves as the foundation for all subsequent blocks.
This block is significant both historically and technically, as it does not reference any previous block and sets the initial parameters for the blockchain.
The Genesis Block is celebrated as a landmark moment in the evolution of decentralized systems and digital currencies.
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