Bytes

Byte is a virtual currency added in the Research Update. Bytes are used to purchase/unlock new schematics. Bytes are gained by researching various objects in the Research Chamber ranging from Research Items(high output but rare) to Resources(cheap but low output).

Research Item
Varies randomly from 200-700 (please update this if more or less is found)

Update: Have frequently found items providing 1000+ Bytes (9500 maximum seen)