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Bitcoin Wallet Reactivation Sparks Speculation
A Bitcoin wallet that had been dormant for 10 years recently became active, transferring 687.33 BTC to undisclosed addresses. This move has triggered speculation within the cryptocurrency community.
Details of the Transaction
- The Bitcoin whale moved $43.893 million worth of BTC to two wallet addresses.
- One transfer involved 625.42 BTC valued at $41 million, while the other transfer was 61.9 BTC equivalent to approximately $2.89 million.
Historical Context
The Bitcoin whale received the BTC on January 12, 2014, when the cryptocurrency was trading at $917 per coin. The current value of BTC at $63.8K reflects a profit of 6,875% since the initial acquisition.
Connection to Satoshi Era
The reactivated wallet has ties to the early days of Bitcoin, potentially linked to the pseudonymous founder, Nakamoto. Similar wallets from the Satoshi era are often speculated to have connections to Satoshi himself.
Previous Instances of Dormant Wallet Activations
Bitcoin whales have made significant transfers after years of dormancy in the past. Notably, in November 2023, Satoshi-era wallets moved $230 million worth of BTC after six years of inactivity.
Concerns and Market Impact
The sudden reactivation of dormant wallets like this one raises concerns about potential selloffs. Some traders believe these actions are driven by early miners or buyers looking to capitalize on profits, while others are cautious about the impact on the market.
1.75 Million Bitcoin Wallets Remain Dormant
According to reports, around 1.75 million Bitcoin wallets have been inactive for over a decade, collectively holding 1,798,681 BTC valued at approximately $121 billion.
Reasons for Dormant Wallets
The rise of dormant wallets can be attributed to Bitcoin’s early low value, leading many individuals to forget about or lose access to their holdings. The lack of key security before the establishment of services like Coinbase has contributed to this phenomenon.
Future Outlook
Data suggests that old wallets will continue to reactivate slowly until the number of lost Bitcoins stabilizes, estimated to be around 1.5 million coins.
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