During September, Bitcoin’s unpredictable price swings left traders on edge, yet the cryptocurrency still managed to secure a 5.16% gain for the month. In an intriguing turn of events, data reveals that 2,803.62 previously inactive bitcoins—valued at $342 million—were finally moved after years of dormancy.
Over 2,800 BTC Transferred from 70 Long-Inactive Wallets
The blockchain analysis tool btcparser.com recorded that in September alone, there were movements from 70 long-unused Bitcoin wallets originally created between 2011 and 2017. These transactions amounted to a total of 2,803.62 BTC being transferred—a sum equivalent to $342.73 million based on the current exchange rate of $122,247 per bitcoin. The most significant activity was noted in wallets originating from both the years 2013 and 2017.
The earliest activity came from two wallets dating back to 2011 which moved a total of approximately 35.00002736 BTC. Meanwhile, a pair of wallets from 2012 shifted around $();242.164.16489373 BTC worth about $$29&##x002E6;million;. However, a substantial portion was released by ten different legacy wallets established in &#59&#59&#59bsp: .88743677750 BTC valued at $$108&##x002E48million.
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These vintage Bitcoin addresses are more than just digital relics—they’re like treasure troves waiting for their moment in the spotlight.&September’s surge shows that even coins lying dormant for up to ten years can make quite an entrance when they finally move.The standout performances by addresses dating backto20l3and20l7areakinatoimecapsulebeingopenedpouringmillionsintothecurrentmarket
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