Bitcoin Halving Nears as Supply Reduction Looms
Bitcoin Halving Nears as Supply Reduction Looms
馃敟 Countdown to Fireworks?
The highly anticipated Bitcoin halving event, where the rate of new Bitcoin supply is cut in half, is now only a month away according to Kraken, a major cryptocurrency exchange. This upcoming supply shock is seen as a potentially bullish event for Bitcoin's price. Kraken notes that Bitcoin's consolidation above its previous all-time high before the halving is unprecedented, suggesting strong market sentiment. The exchange encourages users to trade Bitcoin on its platform in anticipation of the event.
JUST IN: There are now less than 5,500 blocks until the #Bitcoin halving 馃挜 Supply shock incoming 馃殌
JUST IN: The #Bitcoin halving is now only a month away Bullish 馃悅
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