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# historical background

- [blockchain](https://docs.verbatim.io/historical-background/blockchain.md)
- [proof-of-stake](https://docs.verbatim.io/historical-background/proof-of-stake.md)
- [bitcoin](https://docs.verbatim.io/historical-background/bitcoin.md)