In an exciting and groundbreaking development, the Bitcoin network has officially reached its one billionth transaction. This momentous occasion was recorded in block 842,241, as confirmed by data from Clark Moody’s Bitcoin dashboard. Remarkably, this feat has been achieved over 15 years since the network was first launched by its mysterious founder, Satoshi Nakamoto.
Key Takeaways
- Bitcoin hits a significant milestone with one billion transactions processed.
- The Lightning Network significantly adds to Bitcoin’s transaction count but does not add to the total of one billion.
- Bitcoin price shows resilience, bouncing back strongly after recent decline.
Beyond the Billionth Transaction
As the main Bitcoin blockchain hits a monumental milestone, it’s important to note that one major player has been left out: the Lightning Network. This innovative layer-2 solution, introduced in January 2018, has been making waves with its lightning-fast and cost-effective transactions.
According to the latest report from River, a leading Bitcoin-only exchange, the Lightning Network has processed a whopping 6.6 million transactions in the month of August 2023. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg, folks. It seems like there’s a whole other world of transactions happening off the main chain.
Spikes and Comparisons
The network was buzzing with activity as it approached its fourth halving on April 20. The anticipation reached a fever pitch on April 23, when a record-breaking 926,000 transactions were made. The main catalyst for this surge? The groundbreaking Runes protocol. As the hype settled, there was a slight dip in transactions on May 4, with 660,260 recorded.
Did you know that Ethereum, the main rival to Bitcoin, has already processed over two billion transactions since its inception in July 2015? This impressive milestone is a testament to the vibrant and innovative community driving the growth of the Ethereum ecosystem.
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Bitcoin Price Update
Bitcoin’s value has skyrocketed to an impressive $63,750, bouncing back with a 12% surge from its recent dip to $56,800 on May 2. While this is certainly a positive sign, it’s worth noting that the current price is still 13.6% below its record-breaking peak of $73,740 on March 13.
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