Comparison of Current Block with Previous Block

Here's a concise comparison between the current block (height 895503) and the previous block (height 895502):

General Overview

• Blocks:
  • Current Block (895503): 592 transactions, size of 502,645 bytes.
  • Previous Block (895502): 1,432 transactions, size of 999,204 bytes.

Coinbase Information

• Miner:

  • Current: F2Pool
  • Previous: Foundry USA

• Coinbase Value:

  • Current: 313,310,115 sats
  • Previous: 313,833,318 sats

Transaction Fees

• Top Transactions by Fee:
  • Current Block:
    1. Fee: 219,536 sats
    2. Fee: 10,080 sats
    3. Fee: 7,100 sats
  • Previous Block:
    1. Fee: 40,114 sats
    2. Fee: 10,404 sats
    3. Fee: 9,900 sats

Wallet Types Breakdown

• Current Block:

  • OP_RETURN: 8 transactions
  • P2PKH: 14 transactions
  • V0_P2WPKH: 35 transactions

• Previous Block:

  • OP_RETURN: 4 transactions
  • P2PKH: 8 transactions
  • V0_P2WPKH: 40 transactions

Summary

The current block has fewer transactions and a smaller size compared to the previous block, but it includes a significantly higher fee for the top transaction. This shift signals variations in network activity and transaction priorities.

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Comparison of Block 895503 with Block 895502

Overview

In analyzing block 895503 in relation to the prior block 895502, several key differences arise that illustrate the dynamic nature of Bitcoin transactions.

Key Differences

• Miner:

  • Block 895503: Mined by F2Pool.
  • Block 895502: Mined by Foundry USA.

• Coinbase Value:

  • Block 895503: 313,310,115 sats.
  • Block 895502: 313,833,318 sats.
  • Difference: A decrease of 523,203 sats.

• Total Transactions:

  • Block 895503: 592 transactions.
  • Block 895502: 1,432 transactions.
  • Difference: A significant decrease of 840 transactions.

• Size and Weight:

  • Block 895503: Size of 502,645 bytes and weight of 1,131,148 units.
  • Block 895502: Size of 999,204 bytes and weight 1,852,593 units.
  • Difference: Reduced size by 496,559 bytes and weight by 721,445 units.

Top Transactions by Fee

• The highest fee transaction in Block 895503 was 219,536 sats, while in Block 895502, it was only 40,114 sats. This shows a notable increase in the transaction fee collected:

  • Block 895503:
    1. 2a80a83359ba3f3309b21d56ed7c0261cc8354b3275ae4b04e2c577a421dfc31 (Fee: 219,536 sats).

What is a Coinbase Message?

A coinbase message is a special text that miners can include in the first transaction of a new Bitcoin block, known as the coinbase transaction. This transaction marks the miner's reward for validating and adding to the blockchain.

Key Features of a Coinbase Message

• Personalized Messages: Miners often use this space to express messages or acknowledgments. For instance, in block height 895503, the miner F2Pool included the message: ,mmQ#IXF<3Gngs/F2Pool/s?.
• Data Inclusion: The coinbase transaction can also carry additional data, enabling functionalities like commemorative notes or other markers of significance.

Including a message adds a layer of personal touch and creativity to an otherwise technical data transaction, illustrating how miners contribute not just computational power but also a sense of community to the Bitcoin network.

Such messages embody the spirit of blockchain, merging technology with human expression.

Bitcoin Block Summary

Current Block Information

• Height: 895503
• Timestamp: 1746525191
• Miner: F2Pool
• Total Transactions: 592
• Size: 502,645 bytes
• Weight: 1,131,148 units

Coinbase Details

• Coinbase Value: 313,310,115 sats
• OP_RETURN present: Yes

Notable Transactions

• Highest Fee Transaction:
  • Transaction ID: 2a80a83359ba3f3309b21d56ed7c0261cc8354b3275ae4b04e2c577a421dfc31 (Fee: 219,536 sats)

Wallet Types Breakdown

• Total OP_RETURN transactions: 8
• P2PKH (Legacy): 14
• P2SH (Script): 12
• V0_P2WPKH: 35
• V0_P2WSH: 5
• V1_P2TR: 5

This block showcases the latest data from the Bitcoin network, including transaction details and wallet types used. Each metric contributes to understanding Bitcoin's dynamic and evolving ecosystem.

Bitcoin Block Summary

Block Height: 545929
Timestamp: 2018-10-14 22:19:14 (UTC)
Miner: BTC.com Pool
Total Transactions: 78
Block Size: 28,802 bytes
Block Weight: 95,672 units

CoinBase and Transactions

• Coinbase Value: 1,250,337,495 sats
• OP_RETURN in Coinbase: Yes

Top Transactions by Fee

1. Tx ID: a4c119... (Fee: 120,000 sats)
2. Tx ID: a6d313... (Fee: 16,920 sats)
3. Tx ID: d4cd12... (Fee: 15,535 sats)

Wallet Types Breakdown

• OP_RETURN: 1 (Data-carrying transactions)
• P2PKH: 34 (Legacy)
• P2SH: 34 (Script)
• UNKNOWN: 1
• V0_P2WPKH: 2

This summary provides a snapshot of a specific Bitcoin block, highlighting key details about transactions and fees.