Mt. Gox Repayments Threaten Bitcoin Price Stability
It's anticipated that the substantial Bitcoin repayments by the defunct Mt. Gox exchange could intensify selling pressure on Bitcoin's price, potentially impacting its stability.
Finance analyst Jacob King suggests that up to $8.2 billion worth of Bitcoin set for distribution to former clients will likely be sold off, as indicated by recent blockchain transactions.
In a recent post on X, King highlighted:
“Most of the $8.2 billion in BTC set for distribution back to ex-clients will likely flood the market.”
This prediction follows Mt. Gox’s announcement on July 5 regarding the commencement of Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash repayments to creditors, reigniting concerns about Bitcoin’s market trajectory.
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Despite trading above the psychological threshold of $60,000, Bitcoin has struggled to gain momentum throughout June, experiencing an approximate 18% decline in the second quarter of 2024.
The potential market sell-off by Mt. Gox’s creditors raises significant concerns about Bitcoin’s price outlook, with King suggesting it could push BTC into a pronounced bear market phase amid current low demand volumes.
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