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Satoshis

A satoshi, or sat, is the smallest native unit commonly represented in Bitcoin: one hundred millionth of a bitcoin.

Why it matters

A satoshi, or sat, is the smallest native unit commonly represented in Bitcoin: one hundred millionth of a bitcoin.

Key ideas

Primary and technical sources

Bitcoin Developer DocumentationBitcoin.orgBitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash SystemSatoshi Nakamoto

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