Bitcoin Fees Hit Highest Point In 6 Months
During the observed trend, it became evident that Bitcoin’s average daily trading fee experienced a noteworthy surge, reaching its highest point in the past six months on November 16, where it peaked at $18.67. This spike in transaction fees within the Bitcoin network indicated a moment of heightened activity and demand. In contrast, over the same period, Ethereum’s transaction fees registered at $7.90, showcasing a relatively lower level compared to Bitcoin. The divergence in fee dynamics between the two prominent cryptocurrencies underscores the distinct market forces and user behaviors influencing their respective blockchain networks.
Bitcoin has outpaced Ethereum in daily fees in the last five days. Source:This fluctuation underscores the dynamic nature of transaction fees in the cryptocurrency space, with Bitcoin experiencing notable shifts in its fee landscape. Contrary to worries about the potential deterrent effect of elevated transaction fees on Bitcoin users, on-chain data suggests a contrasting trend.
From late October, Ordinals inscriptions increased by almost 6 million. Source: Dune Analytics
Widespread Adoption And Growing Addresses
Recent data from IntoTheBlock reveals a notable surge in Bitcoin adoption, hitting a new yearly high at 67.62% this week. This increase in adoption is reflected in the uptick of newly created active addresses, signaling a substantial influx of new participants into the market.
Bitcoin retakes the $37K territory. Chart:
Ordinals Gathering Momentum
Additionally, the volume of Bitcoin held by long-term investors has reached an unprecedented high, with over 1 million addresses now possessing more than 1 unit of Bitcoin. This data indicates a growing and robust interest in Bitcoin, despite concerns about transaction fees, as evidenced by both increased user participation and a rise in long-term holdings. Since October 24, the network has redistributed approximately 800 BTC in fees, equivalent to $30 million, as a result of the production of nearly 6 million Ordinal assets. Following ORDI’s (the second-largest BRC-20 token by market capitalization) debut on Binance on November 7, the increase in Ordinals inscription activities gathered momentum.(This site’s content should not be construed as investment advice. Investing involves risk. When you invest, your capital is subject to risk).
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