TL;DR - Bitmap Theory Whitepaper Part 1 and 2

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Bitmap the intro - Abstract

Bitcoin blocks are the fundamental base layer of Bitcoin and serve as collections of transactions. Bitmap is a ruleset based on the simple theory that Bitcoin blocks, transactions and data structure can be represented spatially.

Bitmaps act as a reference to block data, with a first-is-first expanding range linked to the number of Bitcoin blocks.
Bitmap inscribers and builders can inscribe their Bitmap using this theory and standard.

The results of the rollout of Bitmap point towards a continuously growing, vibrant developer economy for the ongoing future on the perma-web Metaverse on the most widespread blockchain.

Bitmap Theory Part #1 - Introduction

On average, a new block containing transaction data is created on the Bitcoin Blockchain every ten minutes.

The data within this block represents the collective human and machine proof-of-work energy transferred between parties.

The aim of Bitmap Theory is to map the dimensions of Bitcoin spatially, unveiling a unified Metaverse seed generated by its naturally high-permanence data structure.

The propose Bitcoin as the seed set of data that can be interpreted to generate a universal digital space.

Bitmap Theory Part #2 - Background

This paper outlines the core procedure of Bitmap, which takes data from the Bitcoin process as input, applies a ruleset, and outputs a Metaverse. The foundational pillars of Bitmap are discussed, with a focus on procedural generation, Bitcoin, addresses, nodes, miners, wallets, Bitcoin units, UTXO, transactions, blocks, blockchain, difficulty adjustments, halving epochs, and Ordinals Theory.

Procedural Generation involves creating data through computer processes, often used in video games to generate unique worlds based on consistent rules. Bitcoin, a peer-to-peer electronic cash system, relies on a blockchain—a unified ledger of Bitcoin transactions. The system involves addresses, nodes, miners, wallets, Bitcoin units, UTXO, transactions, blocks, and the blockchain.

Bitcoin units include BTC and Satoshis, with UTXO representing the actual chunks of Satoshis making up address balances. Transactions transfer BTC between addresses, with inputs and outputs determining the transfer value. Blocks consist of transactions confirmed by miners, forming a chain secured by cryptographic proofs. The blockchain's design ensures immutability.

The Block Header validates transactions, including the Merkle Root, Nonce, Previous Block Hash, Version, Time, Bits, and Block Header Hash. The Block Body contains transaction data, and the blockchain's cryptographic chain links blocks together. Difficulty adjustments and halving epochs are core mechanisms in Bitcoin, ensuring a balanced system.

Ordinals Theory comprises Ordinals and Inscriptions, enabling universal indexation of immutable data on UTXOs. Ordinals involve indexing Satoshis, tracing their lineage back to the Block Coinbase Reward. Inscriptions write data on UTXOs, creating a digital coordinate system for data indexation. Features include recursion, parent-child relationships, and Ord Explorers for browsing Ordinals and Inscriptions.

In summary, Ordinals Theory transforms Bitcoin into a geospatial canvas where Satoshis are represented by coordinates indexed ordinally. Any data within transaction byte limits can be inscribed on UTXOs and indexed against a Satoshi, tracked using Ordinals Theory. Proper, reproducible indexing is crucial for this approach.

@blockamoto, has already indicated that he will continue to update this Github Whitepaper with information about the future of Bitmap in the coming period.

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