Crypto exchange Kraken has concluded its long-awaited distribution of Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash to creditors of the collapsed Mt. Gox exchange. This marks the end of a nearly decade-long process to return funds to those affected by the 2014 hack.
The news had ignited concerns within the crypto community. With over $9 billion in Bitcoin owed to approximately 127,000 creditors, the fear of a massive sell-off that could tank Bitcoin’s price was palpable. Given the cryptocurrency’s over 8,500% appreciation since the Mt. Gox collapse, the incentive for creditors to liquidate their holdings seemed significant.
No Immediate Sell-Off Pressure
However, contrary to expectations, the Bitcoin market has shown resilience. CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju reported no significant spike in hourly spot trading volume or Bitcoin outflows on Kraken following the distribution. While this is seen as a positive sign, Ju cautioned that some selling pressure could emerge from Asian markets.
Analysts are divided on the potential impact of the Mt. Gox repayments on Bitcoin’s price. Onchain analyst RunnerXBT believes that only the less committed holders, often referred to as “paper hands,” will be inclined to sell. This suggests that any selling pressure would be short-lived and unlikely to cause a sustained price decline.
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Conversely, finance analyst Jacob King had predicted a more significant sell-off, estimating that up to 99% of creditors could liquidate their Bitcoin holdings. While this scenario has yet to materialize, the market remains watchful for any potential developments.
As the dust settles on this historic event, the crypto community will be closely monitoring Bitcoin’s price action for any signs of increased volatility.
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