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MtGox Begins Repayments, But Will It Sink Bitcoin?

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Nidhi Kolhapur

After more than a decade of anticipation, former users of the Mt. Gox cryptocurrency exchange have begun receiving their long-awaited repayments. The exchange, which filed for bankruptcy protection and initiated a liquidation process in 2014, made an announcement on Friday, July 5, 2024, confirming that some creditors have been repaid in Bitcoin (BTC) and Bitcoin Cash (BCH).

Former Mt. Gox users are finally getting their hands on what they lost – but is it a cause for celebration, or a cause for concern?

Conditions for Repayment

The defunct exchange stated that the remaining users must meet all specified conditions to receive their repayments through various exchanges.

Over the years, Mt. Gox has made numerous attempts to recover the lost Bitcoins but has not achieved complete success. The creation of BCH, however, is a significant development for Mt. Gox creditors. Additionally, the exchange previously announced that repayments would be made based on the dollar value at the time of its closure, not the current Bitcoin value.

Market Reactions and Concerns

The start of Mt. Gox’s Bitcoin distribution has sparked considerable fear among crypto traders, leading to a notable sell-off. For the first time since February this year, Bitcoin’s price has fallen below $55,000, closing under the 200-day Moving Average (MA).

The cryptocurrency industry witnessed heavy liquidations, nearly $700 billion, mirroring the capitulation caused by the FTX-induced sell-off. The ongoing Bitcoin sell-off by the German and United States governments has also contributed to this heightened sell-off.

Future Outlook

Despite the current market fear, many analysts predict a rebound in the fourth quarter or early next year. The recent fourth Bitcoin halving and the approval of spot BTC and Ether ETFs in various jurisdictions have not aligned with the ongoing stock market bull run.

From a technical perspective, Bitcoin’s price could find solid support around $52,000, which would likely result in further losses for altcoins.

Also Read: Mt. Gox Moves 47,229 Bitcoin: Will the Crypto Market Face a Massive Sell-Off?

The Mt. Gox saga continues. Will this long-awaited distribution mark the end of an era, or just the beginning of a new chapter for Bitcoin?

Nidhi Kolhapur

Nidhi is a Certified Digital Marketing Executive and Passionate crypto Journalist covering the world of alternative currencies. She shares the latest and trending news on Cryptocurrency and Blockchain.

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