What are the different types of bitcoin hashes used in the industry?

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• Dec 17, 2021 · 3 years ago
  When it comes to bitcoin hashes, there are a few different types that are commonly used in the industry. The most well-known one is SHA-256, which is used in the mining process to secure transactions and blocks in the blockchain. Another important hash function is RIPEMD-160, which is used to create bitcoin addresses. It helps to reduce the length of the public key and make the addresses more manageable. Lastly, there's SHA-3, which is a newer hash function that offers enhanced security compared to SHA-256. Although it's not widely adopted in bitcoin yet, it may gain traction in the future. I hope that answers your question! If you have any more doubts, feel free to ask.
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